American Jewish Historian, Rabbi Solomon
Grayzel (1896 - 1980),
published in 1947 A History of the Jews,
in which he wrote:
Today, the foundations of a new world order are being laid. We are moving toward an age which holds the promise of one world enjoying abundance and peace, justice and happiness. But much remains to be suffered before mankind achieves these goals. Yet, it is this eternal dream that lures mankind — the dream first dreamt on Judaean hills by Hebrew prophet and sage. This beckoning future of mankind, and our cooperation in realizing it, help give meaning to Jewish life and struggle today. The Jewish group is challenged by mankind's opportunity. If the challenge is met with vision, wisdom and determination, the People Israel will continue to be a blessing among the peoples of the world.
Grayzel, Solomon. A History of the Jews:
From the Babylonian Exile to the
Establishment of Israel.
Jewish Publication Society of America;
Philadelphia. 1962 (First edition 1947). Page
813.
