Israel

Israel is a clear modern example of a state in which national continuity is built through a direct relationship between peoplehood, language, law and diaspora. The revival of Hebrew created a common communication system for immigrants from many linguistic environments. The Law of Return and the 2018 Basic Law connect diaspora and national character. Demography is unusually central to Israeli politics. The case offers comparative material on language revival, diaspora return, citizenship and constitutional nationhood.