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Authentic historical insight to Zionism: ZIONISM
An overview of the first steps of Zionism as authored by Max Nordau. His insight, as reflected in his writing, is still relevant today regarding many issues concerning Zionism, Anti-Semitism and historical analysis of the early 20th Century. [Full article...]By: Max Nordau
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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The Jerusalem Program 2004: Herzl's Unfinished Business
The new Jerusalem Program, adopted by the Zionist General Council in June 2004, is testimony not only to the ongoing relevance of Herzl’s dreams, but also to the determination of the Zionist movement he founded to address emerging realities. Anti-Semitism may not have vanished, as Herzl predicted it would, and the ideal social order he portrayed in his 1902 utopian novel “Old-New Land” is yet to emerge. But the old-new Jerusalem Program is an unequivocal declaration that the will to meet these challenges is as resolute as ever. [Full article...]By: David Breakstone
Anti-Semitism
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The new definition of Zionism: Jerusalem Program 2004
Zionism is a dynamic ideology. That is why the core definition and aims of Zionism are periodically revised and updated. Below is the text that was indorsed in the Zionist Council session that took place in June 2004 in Jerusalem. [Full article...]By:
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: On Socialist Zionism
Socialist Zionism rose out of a criticism of both existing Zionism and Jewish Socialism in the Early Zionist era. [Full article...]By: Berl Katzanelson
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
People > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 6: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. Included in this document are parts 3-6 of the epilogue. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 5: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. Included in this document is parts 1-2 of the epilogue. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 4: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. Letters 11-12 are included in this document. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 3: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. Letters 8-10 are included in this document. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 2: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. Letters 6-7 are included in this document. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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A Study in Jewish Nationalism Part 1: Rome and Jerusalem
"Rome and Jerusalem" is not only a proud reaffirmation of the Zionist idea; it is imbued with a social pathos rooted in the belief of the Prophets in a better world and universal peace. You will find letters 1-5 in this document. [Full article...]By: Moses Hess
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Zionists: Moses Hess
The purpose of Dr. Heller's pamphlet is to draw attention to the personality of Moses Hess, who played a remarkable role in the development of the Jewish national ideology. [Full article...]By: Joseph Heller
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Brandeis on Zionism: A Collection of Addresses and Statements by Louis D. Brandeis
This article contains the speeches entitled Efficiency in Public Service, The Pilgrims had Faith, The Human Resource, Realization Will Not Come as a Gift, The Only Promising Road, Palestine Has Developed Jewish Character, Jews and Arabs, A Zionist's Vow, and Jews Will Continue to Enter Palestine. [Full article...]By: Louis Brandeis
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Brandeis on Zionism: A Collection of Addresses and Statements by Louis D. Brandeis
Included in this document are the speeches entitled The Common Cause of the Jewish People, Zionism Brings Understanding and Happiness, Members, Money, Discipline, and The Time is Urgent. [Full article...]By: Louis Brandeis
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Brandeis on Zionism: A Collection of Addresses and Statements by Louis D. Brandeis
Included in this document are the speeches entitled Numbers Count, The Victory of the Maccabees, Not by Charity Alone, Blackstone and Herzl and Democracy Means Responsibility, [Full article...]By: Louis Brandeis
Jewish History > 1948-Today: Modern Zionist Age
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Brandeis on Zionism: A Collection of Addresses and Statements by Louis D. Brandeis
Included in this document are the speeches entitled A Call to the Educated Jew, Group Liberty, and Dreams May be Made into Realities. [Full article...]By: Louis Brandeis
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Brandeis on Zionism: A Collection of Addresses and Statements by Louis D. Brandeis
Included in this document are the speeches entitled Sympathy for the Zionist Involvement, A Great Vision, To Be a Jew, The Jewish People Should be Preserved, Strain Every Nerve, and The Fruits of Zionism. [Full article...]By: Louis Brandeis
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Quotes: Herzl Speaks His Mind on Issues, Events and Men.
In the quotes that follow, Herzl speaks on the topics of Zionism, the Homeland, the Uganda Offer, The Jewish State, Language in the State, the Envisioned Altneuland, and the Vatican. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Quotes: Herzl Speaks His Mind on Issues, Events and Men
In the quotes that follow, Herzl speaks on the topics of the reaction to publication of The Jewish State, Organizing the Zionist Movement, and the Zionist Congress. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Quotes: Herzl Speaks His Mind on Issues, Events and Men.
In the quotes that follow, Herzl speaks on the topics of Jewish immigration, the Galut, philanthropy, himself, other men, religion and rabbis. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Quotes: Herzl Speaks His Mind on Issues, Events and Men.
In the quotes that follow, Herzl's addresses the topics of the Jewish People, Jewish Society, The Jewish Question, and Anti-Semitism. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Pinsker and his Brochure: An Open Letter to My Brethren in the Spirit
[Full article...]By: Asher (Ahad Ha'am) Ginzberg Leon Pinsker
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Zionist Texts: Altneuland - Book Five- Jerusalem
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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Zionist Texts: Altnueland - Book Four - Passover
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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Zionist Texts: Altneuland - Book Three Part Two- The Prosperous Land
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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Zionist Texts: Altneuland - Book Three Part One- The Prosperous Land
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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Zionist Texts: Altneuland - Book Two- Haifa 1923
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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Zionist Texts: Altneuland - Part One - An Educated, Desperate Young Man
In his Zionist novel, Altneuland (Old New Land, 1902), Herzl pictured the future Jewish state as a socialist utopia. He envisioned a new society that was to rise in the Land of Israel on a cooperative basis utilizing science and technology in the development of the Land. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The 'Uganda' Congress: Address at the Sixth Zionist Congress
Make no mistake. We cannot afford to wait if we abandon ourselves to despair of our future, if we lay down our arms in abject surrender; for then we should rush at terrific speed to a most horrible downfall. But if we once again summon up courage, resolve to continue to live as a nation, have a clear and settled purpose, then once more shall we be the "everlasting people," am olam, and nothing nor anybody will be able to do us the least bit of harm. [Full article...]By: Max Nordau
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Books on Zionism and Israel: Suggested Readings
A list of useful books on Israel and Zionism [Full article...]By: Gil Troy
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History in the Making: Theodor Herzl's Opening Address to the First Zionist Congress
Read about Herzl's vision of a Jewish state. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
Jewish History > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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Zionism in Short: Useful Quotations on Zionism
This document, organized by topic, contains some useful and famous quotes by classic Zionist thinkers. [Full article...]By:
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Events and Activities Ideas: Theodor Herzl Publishes The Jewish State - February 14th 1896
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: 12th House
People > 1860-1948: Early Zionist Age
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The Declaration: The Declaration of The Establishment of The State of Israel
On May 14, 1948, on the day in which the British Mandate over a Palestine expired, the Jewish People's Council gathered at the Tel Aviv Museum, and approved the following proclamation, declaring the establishment of the State of Israel. The new state was recognized that night at 11:00 AM Israel time by the United States and three days later by the USSR. [Full article...]By:
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The basis of the Betarian viewpoint consists of one idea: the Jewish State: The Ideology of Betar
The duty and aim of Betar is very simple though difficult: to create that type of Jew which the nation needs in order to better and quicker build a Jewish state. In other words, to create a "normal", "healthy" citizen for the Jewish nation. The greatest difficulty is encountered because, as a nation, the Jews today are neither "normal" nor "healthy" and life in diaspora affects the intelligent upbringing of normal and healthy citizens. [Full article...]By: Ze'ev (Vladimir) Jabotinsky
Youth and Hagshama Movements / Organizations
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That Jewish distress cries for help.: Address at the First Zionist Congress
To Jewish distress no-one can remain indifferent, neither Christian nor Jew. It is a great sin to let a race to whom even their worst enemies do not deny ability, degenerate in intellectual and physical distress. It is a sin against them and against the work of civilization, in the interest of which Jews have not been useless co-workers. [Full article...]By: Max Nordau
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - VI. Conclusion
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - b. Introduction
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Joseph Adler
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - I. Introduction
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - a. Preface
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - III. The Jewish Company
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - IV. Local Groups
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - V. Society of Jews and Jewish State
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The Jewish State: The Jewish State - II. General Part
Herzl, a writer and a statesman, founded national Zionism and the World Zionist Organization, which elevated the Jewish problem to an international political subject of primary importance. It was the Dreyfus case that awakened in him national Jewish feeling and brought him to the conclusion that the Jewish problem could only be solved by political means. The concept of emergence from the Diaspora and return to Zion found expression in his book "Der Judenstaat" or "The Jewish State", which was written in 1896. [Full article...]By: Theodor Herzl
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The national regeneration of the Jews: Auto-Emancipation - Part I
"If I am not for myself, who will be for me? And if not now, when?" - Hillel THE AUTHOR'S PREFACE After the terror of the bloody atrocities a moment of calm followed for baiter and baited to catch their breath. Meanwhile the Jewish refugees, with the very funds collected for their immigration, are being -- "repatriated"! But the Western Jews have again learned to suffer the cry, "hep! hep!" as their brothers in the old days. The eruption of blazing indignation over the shame to which they were subjected has turned to a rain of ashes, gradually covering the glowing soil. Shut your eyes and hide your head like an ostrich -- there is to be no lasting peace unless in the fleeting intervals of relaxation you apply a remedy more thoroughgoing than those palliatives to which our hapless people have been turning for 2000 years. [Full article...]By: Leon Pinsker
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