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January 5, 2016

A Christian’s Reflections on Jewish Chosenness

And peoplehood in general.

Taking as his starting point the Jewish origins of Christianity, Walter Russell Mead speculates about what Christians are to make of the doctrine—undeniable for many believers—that the Jews are God’s chosen people, and then asks why peoplehood, also known as nationalism, should matter at all:

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January 5, 2016

  1. How to Stop the Terrorist Attacks on Israelis

    First, understand the Palestinian Authority’s calculus.

  2. For Many British Jews, Israel Is Mostly a Source of Embarrassment

    In part because they are held accountable for its alleged wrongdoings.

  3. Defining the Purpose of Human Existence

    Two new books attempt to do so in very different ways.

  4. The Jews of Cochin, and Their Muslim Neighbors

    The shrinking Jewish community depends on the kindness of Muslims.

  5. A Christian’s Reflections on Jewish Chosenness

    And peoplehood in general.