Early Zionist thought framed Jewish claims to the Land of Israel as a moral argument of existential need, balanced against Palestinian claims. Since 1967, discourse has shifted toward a faith-based belief in divine, exclusive ownership. This transformation has fueled hyper-nationalist politics and intensified the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Challenging common beliefs about Israel, Ian Joseph critiques narratives on democracy, peace, and security, exposing them as mass delusions.

A bibliophile shares rare Herzl memorabilia, highlighting his vision, Zionist leadership, and lasting impact on Israel’s creation.

A collector shares rare Herzl artifacts, tracing his role in Zionism, state-building, and vision for Israel, highlighting his lasting impact

Israel's ideological rift deepens between religious Zionism and liberal democracy, urging dialogue, unity, and a cultural Jewish identity.

A German-Jewish childhood in South Africa shaped by exile, identity struggles, Zionism, and a complex relationship with history and culture.

A homesick boy finds belonging through music at a Jewish camp, shaping his identity and lifelong connection to Zionism and community.

A proposed Israel-Palestine Union envisions shared governance, reconciliation, and unity to replace conflict with cooperation and prosperity