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Identifier
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JML.MS1133-0255
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Barcode
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JML.MS1133-0255
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Title
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On Reaching Fifty and On Approaching Ninety
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Description
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Text of a lecture delivered to the Sphex Club in Lynchburg. This paper delves into the multifaceted issues Israel faces at its 50th anniversary, covering political, economic, and religious challenges, including the ongoing conflict with Palestinians and internal societal divisions. The author references a variety of sources to provide a comprehensive overview of Israel's history, current events, and the peace process, including the implications of Zionism and the potential for a post-Zionist state. The analysis highlights the complexities of Israeli politics, the impact of immigration, and the deep-rooted tensions between secular and religious communities, as well as between different ethnic groups within the country. It concludes with a reflection on Israel's future and its capacity for peace with the Palestinians, invoking optimism for reconciliation and coexistence. Mr. Petty appended to his talk a brief discussion of the current status of the Sphex Club archives at the Jones Memorial Library as the club approached its 90th year, and the need for an updating of the archives.
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Date
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18 March 1999
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Location
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Lynchburg, Va.
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Digital Format
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pdf
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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George M. Jones Library Association
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Repository
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George M. Jones Library Association
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Rights
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https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
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George M. Jones Library Association
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Rights Holder
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Petty, David T. Jr.
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George M. Jones Library Association
