Debate Over Israel's Biblical Right to the Land Persists, Author Affirms Yes
The columnist argues that Israel's biblical entitlement to the Middle East remains valid, dismissing opposing theological views as misleading.
An opinion article published on August 23, 2026 asserts that Israel's right to its land is firmly rooted in biblical doctrine, labeling contrary interpretations as half-truths and falsehoods. She acknowledges that Christian scholars differ on Israel's eschatological significance but argues that disagreement does not invalidate the underlying claim.
The piece specifically calls out Michael Horton, a theology professor at California's Westminster Seminary, for arguing that Israel lacks a biblical entitlement. Schrader refrains from dissecting Horton's scriptural reasoning, focusing instead on defending the historical and theological legitimacy of Israel's claim.
Why it matters
The debate shapes how religious groups influence political views on Israel and the Middle East.
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