Birth-Throes of the Israeli Homeland: The Concept of Moledet

The book explores different perspectives on the Israeli homeland from renowned Israeli intellectuals, examining the status, historical analysis, and development of the concept through sociological, historical, and ideological lenses. It also provides a Mediterranean model for the Israeli homeland and discusses the relationship between the biblical homeland and the actual homeland.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 234 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse perspectives on the Israeli homeland, known as moledet, through the insights of esteemed Israeli intellectuals such as Boaz Evron, Menachem Brinker, Jacqueline Kahanoff, and many others. By seamlessly integrating various academic disciplines, it delves into the core essence of the Israeli homeland, encompassing a wide range of topics. From the sociological examination of the status of the Israeli homeland by renowned sociologist Michael Feige to the historical analysis of Robert Wistrich regarding Israel's place in history in the context of historical antisemitism, the study provides a rich tapestry of insights. Furthermore, the book examines significant movements that have played pivotal roles in shaping the concept of the Israeli homeland within Israeli society. These movements, including The New Hebrews and Hebrewism, are explored both historically in relation to their role in Zionist history and ideologically in comparison to other prominent movements. By drawing upon the work of Jacqueline Kahanoff, the volume presents a distinctive Mediterranean model for the Israeli homeland, examining prominent models within the Religious Zionist sector of Israeli society regarding the relationship between the biblical homeland and the contemporary homeland.

In discussing the various interpretations of the concept of nation and its land within the discourse of Hebrew and Israeli identity, the book serves as a valuable resource for scholars engaged in the study of nationalism, philosophy, modern Jewish history, and Israeli Studies. It sheds light on the multifaceted dimensions of the Israeli homeland and provides a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between identity, history, and geography.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367492724