Israel on Trial
examining the history, the evidence, and the law
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Roy Altman's 'Israel on Trial' examines the long arc of Jewish history in the land of Israel and combines archaeological, genetic, and legal arguments to rebut claims that Jews are settler colonizers.
Drawing on ancient inscriptions, stele, genetic studies, and legal principles, Altman argues for Jews' continuous connection to the land and addresses modern critiques such as the Khazar theory and narratives on college campuses.
The book interrogates doctrines like settler colonialism and contrasts Israel's legitimacy with other national origin stories using rule-of-law reasoning.
Altman also reflects on the political and cultural responses after October 7 and situates his defense of Israel within broader Western legal traditions.
Written from his perspective as an American judge and historian-enthusiast, the book aims to influence public and academic debates about Israel's historical and legal claims.
Drawing on ancient inscriptions, stele, genetic studies, and legal principles, Altman argues for Jews' continuous connection to the land and addresses modern critiques such as the Khazar theory and narratives on college campuses.
The book interrogates doctrines like settler colonialism and contrasts Israel's legitimacy with other national origin stories using rule-of-law reasoning.
Altman also reflects on the political and cultural responses after October 7 and situates his defense of Israel within broader Western legal traditions.
Written from his perspective as an American judge and historian-enthusiast, the book aims to influence public and academic debates about Israel's historical and legal claims.
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