The subjugation of Jews justified through religious texts and codified in laws like the Pact of Umar, would leave a lasting impact, shaping Islamic attitudes towards Jews for generations to come.
Today, as we seek to understand the roots of Islamic antisemitism, the role of fitna stands out as a crucial element in the development of these prejudices, offering insights into how theological constructs were used to shape—and justify—perceptions of the Jewish community.
To understand the theological constructs that fuel Islamic antisemitism, we must explore how jihad, through both historical precedent and modern radicalization, has been used as a tool to justify hostility toward Jews.
To understand the theological constructs that fuel Islamic antisemitism, we must explore how jihad, through both historical precedent and modern radicalization, has been used as a tool to justify hostility toward Jews.
The subjugation of Jews justified through religious texts and codified in laws like the Pact of Umar, would leave a lasting impact, shaping Islamic attitudes towards Jews for generations to come.
Today, as we seek to understand the roots of Islamic antisemitism, the role of fitna stands out as a crucial element in the development of these prejudices, offering insights into how theological constructs were used to shape—and justify—perceptions of the Jewish community.
Bernard Lewis, one of the most influential historians of Islam and the Middle East, offered a comprehensive and evolving analysis of Islamic antisemitism throughout his career.
In this reflection, I explore the contours of Arab Zionism, its historical antecedents, and its potential to forge a new path toward sustainable peace.
In this article, I want to explore how the Democratic Party justifies these pursuits in the name of justice, how this impacts Israel, and how younger generations like Gen Z influence these evolving views.
In recent years, a narrative has gained traction in some circles claiming that Jesus of Nazareth was a Palestinian. This assertion is not only historically inaccurate but also misleading in theological terms.