Looking at Zion

A Jewish Perspective on Israel-Diaspora relationship: 235 members of Jewish communities around the globe answered a questionnaire, which asked them to articulate their thoughts and feelings towards Israel

Dr. Dan Einhorn

Dr. Dan Einhorn, Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Israel should be a safe haven for ALL Jews no matter what there religious believes. Non other group should enforce their believes on others whether it’s orthodox or secular.”


The Interviewee – Dr. Dan Einhorn, Teaches education theory at MBO Utrecht, educating future Teaching Assistants on teaching and teaching related topics. Lives in Amsterdam, Netherlands.


In your opinion, what importance, if any, does the existence of a Jewish state have to you personally and to Jewish people in general?

“A safe haven for people that have been through a hell of a lot of persecution.”

Do you feel committed in some way to defend the future existence of Israel?

“Yes.”

Do you affiliate yourself with a specific denomination in Judaism? What is your view regarding the dominance of the Orthodox denomination in Israel religious establishment?

“Israel should be a safe haven for ALL Jews no matter what there religious believes. Non other group should enforce their believes on others whether it’s orthodox or secular.”

Do you feel morally responsible for Israel’s actions (such as its management of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?

“No.”

In your opinion, does Israel have an obligation to defend and help Jewish communities in need?

“Yes.”

Have you ever been to Israel? 

“Yes, Many times.”

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