You may have heard that 2023 is Israel’s 75th anniversary, but do you know exactly what that’s referring to? In this episode of A Jew and A Gentile Discuss, Carly and Ezra explore this topic, filling in gaps you may have about when and how Israel became a nation again, how the Arab world views Israel’s existence and a startling shift in the United Nations’ (U.N.’s) attitude toward Israel in the last 75 years. They discuss: What led to Israel’s independence Why the date changes on the calendar from year to year The State of Israel as a fulfillment of the prophecy found in Isaiah 66:7–8 Anti-Semitism – is it really real or just an exaggeration? Nakba Day – what it is, what it means and why it’s a shocking sign of the times Two reasons why this is important to all Believers in Jesus What you can do to make a difference for Israel – two simple things Along the Way Along the way, you’ll hear Ezra and Carly talk about other things like: The surprising size of Israel’s Arab-citizen population Where the word Palestine came from “Drunk with rage?” – what does that mean, and rage against who? What government won’t even say the name of Israel As a Christian, your destiny is inextricably connected to what’s happening to the Jewish people Arm yourself with information. Be informed. Be a voice. Words You Might Learn in This Episode Yom HaAtzmaut, Iyar, the British Mandate on Palestine, Palestina, Yeshua, Nakba, U.N. Partition on Palestine Scriptures Referenced in This Episode Isaiah 66:7–8, Zechariah 14:1–2, Zechariah 12:2–3, Deuteronomy 4:23–25, Exodus 34:14 Thanks for listening! Other Resources for You Enter to win free coffee: www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org, Learn more about Lost Tribes Coffee Co.: www.losttribescoffee.co Consider financially supporting the podcast: www.jewishvoice.org/donate/wem/what-you-hear Ask a question, give us feedback: www.ajewandagentilediscuss.org/contact/ Subscribe: Wherever you get your podcasts Social media: Find us under the handle A Jew and A Gentile Discuss. Share us with your friends. Leave a review on your favorite podcast app. This podcast is a production of Jewish Voice Ministries International.