Historically, Christians in Palestine were probably between 10-15% of the population in 1947
What if....
Either due to a longer Crusader presence, internal divisions in Islam, or simply a more steadfast rejection by locals in the 'Land of the Savior', Islam's historical expansion slowed in Palestine.
1947: Palestinians are 65% Christian. Nearly split 50/50 between Catholics of various flavors and Orthodox, with Orthodox having a slight majority.
How would this impact the creation of Israel? Will the British permit the initial partition if it puts Christians at risk? Will Israel be able to enforce its 'No Return" policies following the expulsion / flight of Palestinians?
France has a historical role as protector of Middle Eastern Christians? Will that lead to a French response regarding expulsions? After a moderate conversion rate of Palestinians to Evangelical Christianity, will US support be at the same level as familiarity increases amongst U.S. Evangelicals?
What if....
Either due to a longer Crusader presence, internal divisions in Islam, or simply a more steadfast rejection by locals in the 'Land of the Savior', Islam's historical expansion slowed in Palestine.
1947: Palestinians are 65% Christian. Nearly split 50/50 between Catholics of various flavors and Orthodox, with Orthodox having a slight majority.
How would this impact the creation of Israel? Will the British permit the initial partition if it puts Christians at risk? Will Israel be able to enforce its 'No Return" policies following the expulsion / flight of Palestinians?
France has a historical role as protector of Middle Eastern Christians? Will that lead to a French response regarding expulsions? After a moderate conversion rate of Palestinians to Evangelical Christianity, will US support be at the same level as familiarity increases amongst U.S. Evangelicals?
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