Nationalism and the Haram al-Sharif/Temple Mount

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The book explores the appropriation of the Haram al-Sharif/Temple Mount by Palestinians and Israelis as a nationalist symbol, highlighting how both groups use it to legitimize their territorial claims. Since the late-nineteenth century, the site's significance has evolved alongside modern nationalist movements, shifting from a secular to a more religiously infused identity for both Palestinians and Israelis. This transformation has blurred the distinctions between national and religious identities, reflecting the complex interplay of faith and nationalism in the region.