Zion's Call

Traces the chronological development of Christian efforts to establish a nation for Jews. Emphasizes the relationship between these Christians and the Zionist movement. Topics discussed include: a brief definition of Christian Zionism and various motives for favoring a Jewish State; the history of three strands of Christian support) Evangelical, liberal Protestant and Catholic; the last two centuries of Christian support in England and the U.S., and the origins of the Zionist movement. Concludes with an analysis emphasizing a need for widespread Christian support without hidden motives.