The Jewish Claim to Israel is Morally and Historically Justified

 The Jewish Claim to Israel is Morally and Historically Justified

By Michael Haimes

Premise 1: The Jewish people were the first to establish civilization in the land of Israel, with a spiritual and historical connection tracing back to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Premise 2: Forced exile—such as by the Romans in 70 CE—does not erase original ownership or ancestral ties.

Premise 3: Throughout history, Jews have maintained an unbroken spiritual and cultural bond with the land, even when scattered.

Premise 4: Muslim governance, while long-lasting, was established through conquest and does not negate the prior, peaceful claim.

Premise 5: The modern return to Israel was a moral restoration—not an act of conquest, but of return.

Conclusion:

The Jewish claim to Israel is rooted in original settlement, divine promise, uninterrupted longing, and moral restoration. It stands historically and ethically affirmed.