Chosen? - Walter Brueggemann

The conflict is only seemingly' beyond solution, because all
historical-political problems have solutions, if there is enough courage, honesty,
and steadfastness.

In Chosen?, Walter
Brueggemann explores the situation in modern-day Israel that raises questions for
many Christians who are easily confused when reading biblical accounts of God's
saving actions with the Israelites. Are modern Israeli citizens the descendants of
the Israelites in the Bible whom God called chosen? Was the promise of land to Moses
permanent and irrevocable? What about others living in the promised land? How should
we read the Bible in light of the modern situation? Who are the Zionists, and what
do they say?

In four chapters, Brueggemann addresses the main
questions people have with regards to what the Bible has to say about this ongoing
issue. A question-and-answer section with Walter Brueggemann, a glossary of terms,
study guide, and guidelines for respectful dialogue are also included. The reader
will get answers to their key questions about how to understand God's promises to
the biblical people often called Israel and the conflict between Israel and
Palestine today.