Myth: “Zionism is just a political movement.”

Fact: Zionism is the Jewish movement for self-determination.

It is cultural, historical, spiritual, and national — not merely political.

Myth: “Zionism forces all Jews to move to Israel.”

Fact: Zionism protects the right of Jews to return — not a requirement to move.

Myth: “Zionism is incompatible with diaspora life.”

Fact: Millions of Zionists live in the diaspora while supporting Israel culturally and historically.

Myth: “All Jews are Zionists.”

Fact: Zionism is a personal choice — but Jewish ties to Israel are historical, legal, and ancestral.

Myth: “Zionism began in 1948 or 1897.”

Fact: Jewish connection to Israel is 3,000+ years old.

Myth: “Jews are foreign to the land.”

Fact: Jews are indigenous to Israel — historically, linguistically, culturally, and archaeologically.

Myth: “Zionism conflicts with other national identities.”

Fact: Zionism supports Jewish self-determination — not the denial of others' rights.

Myth: “Zionism is one political ideology.”

Fact: Zionism spans left, right, religious, secular — it is a diverse movement.

Myth: “Zionism is only about borders.”

Fact: Zionism’s core is safety, identity, continuity, and homeland — not maps.

Is anti-Zionism the same as antisemitism?
Not always — but denying Jews self-determination is widely considered a modern form of antisemitism.

Can someone criticize Israel without being antisemitic?
Yes. Criticism is valid — demonization or denying existence is not.

Why does Zionism matter today?
Because it protects Jewish continuity and ensures a safe, sovereign homeland after centuries of persecution.