This book explains the historical roots of the conflict between Jews and Arabs which has lost
none of its explosiveness to the present day in a comprehensive and easy-to-understand manner.
The question of who owns the Holy Land is more relevant today than ever. The debates on this
topic are often characterized by ignorance and strong emotions while partiality and power
interests still obscure the view on the political situation in the Middle East. Shaking up old
myths and prejudices this book presents an overall historical as well as political analysis of
the Jewish Christian and Muslim structures actors and actions from the very beginning to
this very day as well as a topical analysis. It combines history with theology and political
science. Thus the book is a must-read for scholars and students of political science history
and international relations as well as policy-makers interested in a better understanding of
the historical background and current political situation in the Middle East.
