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Israel: Separation Between Church and State

Israel was established as a homeland for Jews with historical claims dating back 3,000 years. However, the lack of a strong separation between religion and government leads to tensions among the diverse religious groups, including Jews, Muslims, and Christians, all considering Jerusalem sacred. The Law of Return grants citizenship based on Jewish ancestry, raising questions about fairness and true religious freedom. The intersection of religion with politics complicates societal peace, as government decisions often favor certain religious groups, ultimately hindering equality and harmony.

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Israel: Separation Between Church and State

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  1. Israel: Separation Between Church and State Starr Perlman May 13, 2011 World History; 8

  2. Background Information • Israel was created as a place for the Jews to settle • The Jews claim to land dates back 3,000 years ago, ever since they were forced out of Egypt. • The Palestinians (both Christian and Muslim) believe that the land belongs to them since the Jews were driven out in A.D 135. • Jews, Islam, and Christians all believe Jerusalem (a city in Israel) to be holy.

  3. Issue • Israel does not have a strong separation between their religion and government which causes religious tensions Political cartoon showing that there isn’t a strong barrier between religion and state.

  4. Argument • Not having this separation is inexcusable because of Israel’s religious diversity and intense practice of religion throughout the country. • Religious diversity • Strong religious beliefs cause tensions • Many Religious wars

  5. FactsThe Law of Return • Grants automatic citizenship to anyone who has Jewish ancestry (father or grandfather) or is born Jewish (mother or grandmother). • This is unfair because: • Israel claims to have religious freedom, therefore they should not grant automatic citizenship based on faith • The government needs to recognize individualistic faith

  6. FactsReligious Wars • The government has not stepped in to create a peaceful society when it comes to religious practices • Example: • Many Jewish citizens believe that all shops should be closed on Shabbat (Saturday, which is devoted to worship and rest) • Other citizens who follow other religions believe they shouldn’t sacrifice their Saturday for a holiday they don’t practice.

  7. ImagesReligious Wars Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews protested in Jerusalem, Israel against a court order to desegregate a religious school and force Jewish girls and boys to study together.

  8. FactsGovernment • Many elections have become based on religion not based on what is best for the people. • The government tends to favor certain religious groups which creates inequality.

  9. ImagesGovernment Peace will never be achieved if the government allows religious inequality among citizens.

  10. IssuesGovernment Issues Today • The Palestinian Authority has taken steps to limit the freedom of religion • Palestinian Authority, has no law in force protecting religious freedoms. • Isr

  11. Map Religious Sites. The government today, according to the Israeli Project, limits who can go in and out of these sites.

  12. Images & Charts Adapted from: www.mfa.gov

  13. Quiz Questions • What religion considers Jerusalem to be a holy city? • Jews • Muslims • Christians • All of the above 2. What does the Law of Return State? 3. Jews claim that Israel is their land, why? 4. What is the government like today?

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