Uncovering the Other Jerusalem
"The Other Jerusalem: Rethinking the History of the Sacred," edited by Rashid Khalidi and Salim Tamari, is a collection of essays exploring Jerusalem’s history, geography, and cultural significance. The book challenges conventional narratives, focusing on the city’s transformation under British and Israeli control, its social and political struggles, and its role as a spiritual center. It highlights themes like urban planning, colonialism, and the ongoing conflict, offering a multidimensional perspective on Jerusalem’s past and future. The essays emphasize the city’s living identity beyond its religious symbolism, shedding light on its complex history and the impact of occupation on its Palestinian inhabitants.
This entry is original published by My Jerusalem Story .
