The Rise of a Christian Aramaic Nationality in Modern Israel

Author: Rima Farah

Publisher/Publication: Israel Studies

Volume/Issue: 26(2)

DOI/ISBN: 10.2979/israelstudies.26.2.01

The article traces the factors that contributed to the rise of a new Christian Aramaic nationality in Israel, which led to its recognition by the state in 2014. The author provides a historical perspective how the Christian community national perception has emerged and evolved within the context of the Jewish state of Israel.