The Myth: Jews are European colonizers with no authentic historical or indigenous connection to the land of Israel/Palestine.

The Facts: Archaeological evidence, genetic studies, historical records, and continuous cultural practices all confirm the Jewish people’s Indigenous status in the land. Archaeological discoveries throughout Israel/Palestine document a 3,000-year continuous Jewish presence, including the 2,600-year-old Siloam Inscription in Jerusalem, ancient synagogues, ritual baths, and Hebrew inscriptions. Modern genetic studies demonstrate that Jewish populations worldwide, including Ashkenazi Jews, share distinct Middle Eastern genetic markers that trace back to the Levant region. Throughout 2,000 years of diaspora, Jews maintained their indigenous connection through language (Hebrew), religious practices oriented toward Jerusalem, and cultural traditions tied specifically to the land. These connections are recognized in international law, including the 1922 League of Nations Mandate acknowledging “the historical connection of the Jewish people with Palestine.”