Chosen People Theory

Chosen People Theory refers to the belief that a specific group, often associated with the Jewish people, is selected by a divine power for a unique purpose or mission. This idea is rooted in various religious texts, particularly in Judaism, which holds that Jews were called to uphold certain moral and ethical standards and to fulfill a covenant with God. While it emphasizes a special relationship with the divine, the interpretation and implications of this theory can vary significantly among cultures and religions, sometimes leading to both positive identity and negative exclusionary attitudes.