Israel Today Chapter 16, Section 4 Pgs
From Zionism to a Modern State Zionism - Jewish movement to return home Jews wanted own land Even the desert was purchased Kibbutz - farming village where everyone shares wealth 270 Kibbutz still exist today Israel produces all of its own food!
The People of Israel Israel - established in 1948 Hebrew: Official Language Arabic: Second Language 6 Million Jews 80% of people are Jewish Most Arab Israelis do not have a high standard of living Golda Meir - Female Prime Minister
The Law of Return Law of Return Any Jew in the world can take on Israeli citizenship Jews from Europe, Africa, and North America now live in Israel Makes for a diverse culture
Religion in Israel Today Only 1 in 4 Jews follow strict Jewish law They are Orthodox Jews Yom Kippur - holiest holiday Rosh Hashanah - Jewish New Year Secular - religion doesn’t play a major role
Orthodox vs. Secular