Why people recommend it
The Jewish State is a foundational political pamphlet written by Theodor Herzl that outlines the conceptual framework for establishing a modern Jewish homeland. Pamela Paul on The Book Review discussed the work in a July 2024 episode titled The Story of the Jews Continues, noting during her conversation with Simon Schama that Herzl's text serves as one of the most significant non-liturgical documents featured at the conclusion of Schama's book. Separately, Mohammed El-Kurd brought up The Jewish State on the Lex Fridman Podcast in July 2023 during an episode centered on Palestine. El-Kurd referenced historical correspondence between the mayor of Jerusalem and Herzl, remarking on the striking diplomacy and generosity displayed by the Palestinian mayor while communicating with Herzl at a time when Herzl was actively plotting to take over the land. Both hosts and guests highlighted the historical gravity of the pamphlet, utilizing it to explore the complex origins and early negotiations surrounding the Zionist movement and its lasting impact on the Middle East.
Who recommended it
- Pamela Paul Discussed
- Mohammed El-Kurd Discussed
Pamela Paul — 1 mention
“I have to say one of the most significant non-liturgical forms of writing that you end the book with is Theodore herzl's pamphlet The Jewish state”
Mohammed El-Kurd — 1 mention
“even like in the early early correspondence between the mayor of Jerusalem and herzl who wrote the Jewish State you know the generosity through which uh the Palestinian mayor was talking to herzl who was plotting to take over his land is impressive”