http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL0219167620071002
2007-10-04 00:42:50 · 10 answers · asked by Brendan G 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Well, Christianity started over there...
"Christian Zionists", however are 'very special' or at least they think they are.
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Christian Zionism is a belief among some Christians that the return of the Jews to the Holy Land, and the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, is in accordance with Biblical prophecy. This belief is primarily, though not exclusively, associated with Christian Dispensationalism, mainly in English-speaking countries outside Europe.
Christian Zionism, as a specifically theological belief, does not necessarily entail sympathy for the Jews as a nation or for Judaism as a religion. Since the biblical text is filled with references to God's chosen people, it is common for Christian Zionists to emphasize the Jewish roots of Christianity, and even to promote Jewish practices and Hebrew terminology as part of their own practice; however, Christian Zionists commonly believe that to fulfill prophecy, a significant number of Jews will accept Jesus as their Messiah, and that in the last days, such Messianic Jews will practice a thoroughly Hebraic form of Christianity.
Many Christian Zionists believe that the people of Israel remain part of the chosen people of God, along with the ingrafted (based on Romans 11:17-24, Holy Bible) Gentile Christians. This has the added effect of turning Christian Zionists into supporters of Jewish Zionism.
For Christians who belong to Zionist denominations in southern Africa, see Zionist Churches
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_Zionists
2007-10-04 00:51:04 · answer #1 · answered by fooles.troupe 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
It's both interesting and curious.
These evangelical Christians do offer genuine and staunch support for Israel. The problem is that their bottom line remains the belief that Jews must embrace Jesus as the messiah. And of course, as Jews we do not believe this.
I have no problem with groups such as the one mentioned in your link. So long as they don't try and tell me what I must believe.
2007-10-04 01:22:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Regardless of what you believe about a Palestinian state,Israel,and Zionism,this quote from the article disturbed me- "People who are clueless about the Old Testament can be persuaded to support the other side."
People aren't just pawns in a game of chess,or pieces of junk to be thrown away.It's sad that the Christian's duty to love thy neighbour has turned into taking sides.
2007-10-04 01:01:21 · answer #3 · answered by Serena 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We are tied to Israel, whether your side likes it or not. The land has a clear title that is over 4000 years old. We have stood by and watched non-believers try their best to destroy this land, and its people. Each time more is given back to the invading Muslims everyone loses.
2007-10-04 01:12:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Famous Isreali Jewish Quote
"One million Arabs are not worth a Jewish fingernail." -- Rabbi Yaacov Perrin
Famous Palestinian Christian Arab Quote
“We are the only people on Earth asked to guarantee the security of our occupier ..while Israel is the only country that calls for defense from its victims .." ------- Hanan Ashrawi
Famous Palestinian Muslim Quote
"As long as Israel has intentions of building their temple on the ashes of Islams third most Holy site, the Muslims will have intentions of building a Caliphate on the ashes of the Zionist State." ---- FPQ
Famous American Quote
"Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!" ----------------
Patrick Henry - March 23, 1775
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2007-10-04 00:50:22 · answer #5 · answered by wwhy 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Because they're so helpful! They just know how to improve any situation.
(That's sarcasm...)
2007-10-04 01:45:51 · answer #6 · answered by Jess H 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Because they're easily fooled and do as they are told.
2007-10-04 00:46:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
crazies want the apocalypse to happen so Jebus will come back to beam them up.
2007-10-04 00:46:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 1⤋
the voices in their head and from their book give them permission.
2007-10-04 00:46:49 · answer #9 · answered by kent_shakespear 7 · 5⤊ 2⤋
They have been deceived by satan, I mean their religious leaders.
2007-10-04 00:45:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 3⤋