Zionism (contextual influence)

Zionism is a movement that emerged in the late 19th century advocating for the return of the Jewish people to their historic homeland in Palestine, aiming to establish a secure Jewish national state. It was influenced by rising nationalism, anti-Semitism, and the desire for self-determination amid European social and political changes. Zionism transitioned from cultural revival to political activism, leading to the founding of Israel in 1948. Its development was shaped by historical contexts like European anti-Semitism and the decline of the Ottoman Empire, impacting both Jewish communities and regional politics.