Can you be a citizen of Israel and not be a Jew?

Question

Does the constitution of Israel allow citizenship in the country for non-Jews?> Seems like a simple question, but I really don't know. Please, no assumptions. I would appreciate a definitive answer. Thanks.

Answer 1

It is MUCH EASIER to become a citizen of Israel if you are a Jew, but is is not required.
ANY person may acquire citizenship by naturalization at the discretion of the Minister of the Interior and subject to a number of requirements, such as:
1. they must have resided in Israel for three years out of five years preceding the day of submission of the application;

2. they are entitled to reside in Israel permanently and have settled or intended to settle in Israel;

3. they have renounced their prior nationality, or have proved that they will cease to be foreign nationals upon becoming Israeli citizens.

Additionally, The Minister of the Interior may exempt an applicant from some of these requirements.

Answer 2

Certainly. In fact, 1/6 of Israelis are Arabs. The Arab parties even hold about 10 seats in the Knesset (parliament).

There are also Christians, and Druze, etc.

( a Druze Israeli police officer protecting a Jewish beating victim: http://www.honestreporting.com/articles/45884734/reports/The_Photo_that_Started_it_All.asp )

Answer 3

Absolutely

Answer 4

You most certainly can. Are you wondering about how to become an Israeli citizen?

Answer 5

Yes.

Answer 6

Yes, many muslims and christians live there

Answer 7

palestinians are citizens of Israel; both Muslim and Christian.

Answer 8

ya