The Effect of the Neturei Karta and Sikrikim on the Security of the State of Israel

Abstract

Most of the ultra-orthodox Jewish groups have anti-Zionist views to certain extent. This attitude stems from the strict interpretation of the lines of the Song of Songs (2.7; 3.5; 8.4), according to which God forbade the mass return of Jews to Israel until the Messiah came. It means that the establishment of a Jewish state in the land of Israel can not be based on national self-determination, it can only be achieved by the fulfillment of religious prophecies. Among these groups, the Neturei Karta is the most extremely anti-Zionist. Within the Neturei Karta, there is, however, a smaller community, the Sikrikim, which is even more radical. The operation of both groups involves certain security challenges, especially in the area of public security and intelligence / counter-intelligence.