What is Zionism? where does the name come from? Who are the supporters of this movement?

Question

Keira D:

Didn't Theodor Herzl , the founder of modern day Zionism, recognized that anti-Semitism would further his cause, to creat a separate state for Jews. Did he not say;

“we must, above all, make it an international political issue.”

Also didn't HERZL write in his diaries on page 19, that
" Anti-Semites will become our surest friends, anti-semitic countries our allies."

The same reliance of Anti-Semitism to further their goals continues to this day. Don't you think?

just a thought.

Answer 1

Zionism is a colonial ideology that use religion to a chive its goals. The supporters are colonial people who want to take other people homes by force and give it to colonists.
Zionism promoted Anti-Semitism.

Answer 2

For starters, Theodore (or Binyamin Ze'ev) Herzl was just one opinion in a sea of many. He may have popularized Zionism in some sections, but others were equally influential despite having radically different opinions.
Zionism is the belief that the Jewish people should have a home in Israel. While some time ago it may have been considered a movement, nowadays since it has achieved its goal it isn't really. The best analogy would be to a Patriot: Patriot is to America as Zionist is to Israel.
The name comes from from 'Zion' which is a poetic name for either Israel or Jerusalem (as the heart of Israel). One thing clear from the source of the name is that despite that some other places were considered for possible Jewish refuges, Israel is an integral part of this philosophy.
The supporters of the movement, or modern day Zionists is anyone who believes Israel has a right to exist. While they may not call themselves Zionists, and they may even be critical of Israel, as long as they believe in Israel's right to exist (as a Jewish country of course) they are Zionists.

What Herzl wrote about anti-Semites was pragmatic, not conspiracy supporting. From a practical viewpoint, the anti-Semites would be eager to dispatch their Jews any way possible. Therefore, someone suggesting simply exporting all the Jews to a different country, and thus out of their hair, was expected by Herzl to gain their support. He was not advocating anti-Semitism nor even as a tool to force immigration. Herzl was at his core a purely rational person; it was not faith or even ideology that drove his passion, but his logic.

Answer 3

Tony Blair's a Zionist, so's William Hague. Neither are Jewish. some Jews would be incredibly indignant in case you recommend they are Zionists and fairly some Jews will see themselves, to illustrate as politically keft wing first, English 2d, British third, a Spurs fan 4th (consistent with possibility 1st relatively!!) and Jewish fourth. this is substantial gentiles comprehend this. i'm attracted to history and the fact and doubt lots of what has been claimed regarding the Holocaust and am not sure there is any criminal or ethical reason The Jews on my own could have a place of beginning place any further than Gypsies, Kurds, Bosnian Muslims and so on. one ought to argue the precedent set by potential of permitting Israel to be created has created many wars the place others have needed autonomy and their very own place of beginning place like the Jews. Jews' contribution to this planet has been amazing so being anti-semitic is the stance of a real fool yet i think of dialogue regarding the rights of Israel to exist are approved and removing a number of the "embroidery" of activities contained in the Holocaust could serve to create an historic checklist destiny generations won't use as a pretext to be anti-semitic. i think of the "anti-holocaust denier" rules in some international places won't final greater advantageous than a added 30 years. i wish this facilitates. solid question. Have a action picture star! edit: you're fortunate. There are some solid solutions right here. thank you fascinated by enlightening me particularly Jeremiahu!

Answer 4

It's was a movement to have Jews return to Palestine. In May of 1948, Israel was born, after 1800 years of conflict and trying to regain the land that is rightfully their inheritance through God.

It was a day of termination of the British mandate for Palestine. It was called the Medinat Israel, or the state of Israel, and recognized by the United Nations.

Theodore Herzl, Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion, and Menachem Begin were leaders in this movement that fulfilled prophetic history.

The prophet Isaiah said in the Bible, " A nation shall be born in a day". Isaiah 66:8-he was talking about Israel.

Answer 5

Firstly, kindly cite sources for those quotes. Which book are they from, and what are the page numbers? I know that you have taken them out of context.

I am sure you know what zionism is already, but I am always more than happy to give a correct definition:

zionism = the belief in the right of Israel to take up 0.01% of the middle east.

How do you like my definition?

How do you feel when you consider that there are already 22 Islamic countries?

Zionism is supported by most people who actually base decisions on facts. Many are Jewish, of course. Many are Christian. Many are atheists. And so on.

Despite attempts by some proponents of Islam to make 'zionism' a dirty word, any rational adult realises that if it's OK for there to be so many Islamic countries, it can't be unfair for us to have this miniscule Jewish state - especially since WE didn't make anyone homeless. That was done by the Arab leaders who said no to partition and who got five Arab armies together to attack Israel. If they'd said yes to partition, then today there would BE a Palestinian Arab state beside Israel.

In fact, I like the word zionism so much, think I'll say it a few more times....

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COMMENT TO 'KEIRA'

If you're Jewish, how is it you don't even know the most basic facts about our people's history?

Jews have lived in that area for over 3000 years - continuously. And we didn't kick anyone out; check my post from last week and you will see the MUSLIM and ARAB sources I quoted from, stating that the Palestinian Arabs were told to get out so the invading Arab armies could get in!

You are misrepresenting the facts. I don't give a damn whether you agree with zionism or not, frankly - but at least have the integrity to state facts rather than just make it up as you go along.

Answer 6

Zion is an old name for the Holy Land. It was the name of the movement that wanted the Holy Land returned to it's Biblical owners, the Jewish people.

Answer 7

Zionism is an international political movement that supports a homeland for the Jewish People in the Land of Israel



P.S. eric r BRAVO!!!!! :)))

Answer 8

Zionism is a political movement .

I have put two links below that highlight two contrasting points of view as to what it stands for etc.

Answer 9

If Zionism means supporting the existance of the State of Israel then I am a Zionist, I believe the name was around before WWII.

Answer 10

Comes from Zion I guess