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Lily Dayton

Israeli Christian Living in Haifa

Mar 23, 2025, 4:51 PM

How Israel’s Liberals Lost Touch with Democracy

Recent controversies, including the attempted dismissal of the Shin Bet chief and the government's initiation of a no-confidence motion against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, have ignited dramatic claims that democracy itself is under threat. Such concerns might initially appear...

Dec 16, 2024, 6:59 PM

Toward an Israeli Christian Zionism

Israeli Christian soldiers displaying the Israeli Christian minority flag at the 2024 Christmas celebration for Christian members of the security forces — photo by author

On December 15, against all expectations, a ceremony honoring Christian soldiers took place in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), organized by Lt. Col. (Res.) Ihab Shlayan, the highest-ranking Christian officer serving Israel. Gathered at this event were Christians from...

Dec 10, 2024, 11:27 AM

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Will pan-Arabists cancel Nazareth’s Christmas?

Christmas tree with bullets and symbols of propaganda about 'massacred children' in Nazareth (Ihab Shlayan - shared with permission)

Israel's Christian communities need support from the state to ensure their traditions thrive without external interference

Sep 12, 2024, 8:14 AM

Christian Education Reform: A Zionist Imperative

In the heart of Israel, a significant opportunity awaits. Israeli Christians, a small but historically rich group, are uniquely positioned to become a strong and loyal ally in the Zionist cause. Their roots in the land run deep, predating...

Aug 27, 2024, 10:58 AM

The Next October 7 Will Come from Inside Israel

Israeli Christians and Jews have long shared a history of coexistence and mutual respect in the land we both proudly call home. Today, however, our communities face growing challenges that threaten this cherished bond and the future of the...

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Lily Dayton is an Israeli Christian based in Haifa. Her work explores the intersections of Jewish civilization, Christian theology, and the long arc of Western identity. She writes on scripture, sovereignty, and the fault lines where religion, history, and political order collide.

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