Reexamining the History of Jerusalem
Jerusalem's history is deeply intertwined with its diverse communities, shaped by waves of immigration and political shifts. The Nakba in 1948 disrupted a vibrant multiethnic city, leaving Palestinians displaced and impoverished. Dr. Nazmi Jubeh, a prominent historian and archaeologist, discusses how Palestinian communities in Jerusalem are rooted in the city’s ancient past, with families tracing their lineage back to the post-Crusader period. He highlights the city's historical coexistence, where diverse religious and ethnic groups lived together despite occasional conflicts. The shift to national conflict post-Zionism has reshaped this dynamic, turning what was once a multiethnic society into a divided one.
This entry is original published by My Jerusalem Story .
