The 6 days war is such an interesting military strategy lesson. The way that Israel used their resources to their best advantage was very neat to read about. The fact that it only took 6ish days to attack/defend against three much bigger armies is a feat. I love the history that surrounds Israel. I believe that part of Israel's advantage is the fact that they are God's chosen people. The wars surrounding Israel are far more than arguments over material things, but is very much a religious war. I am reminded of this every time I see a bumper sticker that says "Coexist." This idea can never come to be because God has said that their will be a constant rift between the jews and the muslims or offspring of Ishmael
After watching the video, I was shocked by Israel's military capabilities. It's such a small country, but it managed to fight off Egypt, Syria, and Jordan all within a very short time. The Six Day War provides a good example of "the best defense is a strong offense."
I was really glad that the video had so much of the military strategies. I don't normally appreciate hearing about strategies but that war had always been kind of confusing to me so I liked having a big strategy overview like that. Not much has really changed with Israel. When I was watching the video I kept thinking about this Fall when Israel took out the leaders of Hamas in like two days. But in their situation you can't really mess around.
And do we have to do the journals even though there is no reading?
I agree with Megan about the whole God-is-watching-over-Israel bit. This is totally proof of that! Most stories we've read or watched have been about sides trading blows. Here, Israel dominated, which was pretty awesome. The only sad part was that, even thirty years after what happened, the war didn't change much for the Israeli people.
@Ryan...I'm a little confused as to your statement. Do you mean you don't have the article itself? Or are you saying the assignment isn't on the syllabus, cause I think it is.
I thought it really interesting hearing about Israel's military- we hear all the time about military force in Israel and how strong it is, but not how it came about, or any details.
I would have to disagree with the whole God's protecting Israel because they're the chosen people. The Israelites were God's chosen people in the old testament, but in the new testament God's chosen people becomes the church, Jews and Gentiles.
the thought that the descendents of Issac and Ishmael will never get along was on my mind the entire time I was watching the video. I also found it interesting that it was because Israel knew it's weaknesses so well that their military was strong.
I personally thought it was fascinating how fast the Israelis could operate their airfields; eight minute shifts is quite a mind blowing number. They have such an effective military, goodness!
@Megan
That thought definitely passed through my mind too. I think about it fairly often actually. Israel has survived for so long against such crazy odds, it certainly seems as though God is still protecting them. I also saw Jessica's comment though. I'll have to think on this some more! :)
There is something to be said about fighting for your home country. We saw it during the first Indochina war and we see it again in the 6 day war. I have always had a thing for aviation so the planes made this an interesting read for me.
In response to everyone that mentioned the Chosen people thing.
I would have to say that the Israelites were Gods chosen people. However "Here there is not Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian,Scythian, slave, free; but Christ is all, and in all" (Collisions 3:11) Christ was sent to abolish the difference between "the chosen" and "the greek." Israel literally means "one who wrestles with God"(name given after a heavenly being wrestled with Jacob)so there is definite reason to believe that, in context of the old testament, the Israelites were Gods' people. God himself says it time and time again. But I think that Jesus has abolished any difference between the Israelite and the greek(simply meaning someone who is not jewish).
This is not to say that God could not be protecting his original people. Can God have favorites? I will have to ponder that.
It was so interesting to read about the Six Day War, seeing Israel's brilliant strategy. I definitely think God orchestrated it, and I see His power and promise shining through.
I agree with Megan about it being a religious war. Today ALL Christians are God's chosen people, but there are prophecies specifically regarding Jerusalem.
The process that led to the capture of a MiG by Israel was really interesting. The fact that a Egyptian air force pilot defected to Israel largely out of resent for his superiors deeming him untrustworthy was interesting. That situation shows one of the benefits of true religious freedom. If the pilot wasn't discriminated against, the pilot wouldn't have defected, and the Arabs might not have lost so badly to Israel. It was also neat that Israel, a tiny middle-eastern country, could do what the CIA, the intelligence branch of a superpower, couldn't. It helped that Israel provided a place for the defector's family to flee. It also helped that the plane was stolen from the Egyptians, rather than the Soviets. The Soviets probably were much more careful about keeping a tight watch on the planes and pilots than the Egyptians were.
Going back to the argument about the Jewish people being "God's Chosen People" here are a few reasons I believe what I believe:
Romans 11:25-36 This passage talks about the salvation of Israel. In verse 28-29 it culminates to this: As regards the gospel, they are enemies of God for your sake. But as regards election, they are beloved for the sake of their forefathers. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.
This calling of God comes in Exodus 6:7, God tells Moses that "I will take you to be my people, and I will be your god, and you shall know that I am the LORD your God, who has brought you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians. (vs. 8) I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham to Isaac, and to Jacob. I will give it to you for a possession.
This covenant with Abraham was in Genesis 15. In this passage God promises that Abraham's offspring will be as many as the stars and that they will inhabit the land He set apart for them.
Just some thoughts on this topic. I have more reasoning on this topic but I am afraid I will not be able to present it clearly on this post. See you all tomorrow!
It has come to my attention that Mark Fratto explained you enjoyed the video with great gusto. He told me you were captured by the fascinating strategic brilliance of the Israelis and the primary video of epic battles was invigorating.
Mark also commented how you drew an interesting connection between the resistance of the US to send aid to their Israeli ally both in the Six Days War (originally), and today with the threat of Iran on Israel's doorstep. In both occasions, Israel's enemies threatened the eradication of of their existence, according to what you told mark which he relayed to me.
He also told me that you thought Megan made an astute and well supported argument concerning the Israelis and the covenant God made with Abraham's descendants. Mark lastly reported that you thought this could be a testimony to how God works behind the scenes to remain devout to his covenant.
Mark further regarded to me that you wished to say, "Cheers."
It was too hard to write in fifth person [in which the platonic ideal of the subject examines itself from an external perspective using first person verbs and third person pronouns], so here is my un-ornimented post:
I think that this week's focus on the power of intelligence is cementing what Mr. Parker told us at the beginning of this semester. Israel's use of 'humint' and 'sigint' put them ahead of their adversaries on both military and diplomatic levels, which is the essence of successful modern intelligence.
Concerning Megan's comment above, I completely agree. Although Christians are ultimately the bearers of God's truth (and the hope in Christ), the Jews still hold the position of His chosen people. Although they have rejected Him, He will not leave his people to destruction.
I personally love war videos. The outcome of the Jews winning is interesting because the Arabs still hate Jews today and fight against them but they are more bark then bite today. Idk, I thought the video was brilliant and very easy to understand.
The military strategy and power that Israel had during this war makes me wonder if they're still capable of it now. Sure, technology has increased for the better (mostly) for a higher majority of the world, but this also means that now those countries-- Egypt, Syria, etc-- have the same level of tech.. Who knows if Israel still has the power they'd need to repeat a war like this one.
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The 6 days war is such an interesting military strategy lesson. The way that Israel used their resources to their best advantage was very neat to read about. The fact that it only took 6ish days to attack/defend against three much bigger armies is a feat.
I love the history that surrounds Israel. I believe that part of Israel's advantage is the fact that they are God's chosen people. The wars surrounding Israel are far more than arguments over material things, but is very much a religious war. I am reminded of this every time I see a bumper sticker that says "Coexist." This idea can never come to be because God has said that their will be a constant rift between the jews and the muslims or offspring of Ishmael
After watching the video, I was shocked by Israel's military capabilities. It's such a small country, but it managed to fight off Egypt, Syria, and Jordan all within a very short time. The Six Day War provides a good example of "the best defense is a strong offense."
I was really glad that the video had so much of the military strategies. I don't normally appreciate hearing about strategies but that war had always been kind of confusing to me so I liked having a big strategy overview like that.
Not much has really changed with Israel. When I was watching the video I kept thinking about this Fall when Israel took out the leaders of Hamas in like two days. But in their situation you can't really mess around.
And do we have to do the journals even though there is no reading?
We have to read the Six Days in June article. It isn't in the coursepack.
I agree with Megan about the whole God-is-watching-over-Israel bit. This is totally proof of that! Most stories we've read or watched have been about sides trading blows. Here, Israel dominated, which was pretty awesome. The only sad part was that, even thirty years after what happened, the war didn't change much for the Israeli people.
@Ryan...I'm a little confused as to your statement. Do you mean you don't have the article itself? Or are you saying the assignment isn't on the syllabus, cause I think it is.
Whoops sorry I didn't notice it. It is in the course pack.
I thought it really interesting hearing about Israel's military- we hear all the time about military force in Israel and how strong it is, but not how it came about, or any details.
I would have to disagree with the whole God's protecting Israel because they're the chosen people. The Israelites were God's chosen people in the old testament, but in the new testament God's chosen people becomes the church, Jews and Gentiles.
the thought that the descendents of Issac and Ishmael will never get along was on my mind the entire time I was watching the video. I also found it interesting that it was because Israel knew it's weaknesses so well that their military was strong.
And I agree with Jessica!
I personally thought it was fascinating how fast the Israelis could operate their airfields; eight minute shifts is quite a mind blowing number. They have such an effective military, goodness!
@Megan
That thought definitely passed through my mind too. I think about it fairly often actually. Israel has survived for so long against such crazy odds, it certainly seems as though God is still protecting them. I also saw Jessica's comment though. I'll have to think on this some more! :)
There is something to be said about fighting for your home country. We saw it during the first Indochina war and we see it again in the 6 day war. I have always had a thing for aviation so the planes made this an interesting read for me.
In response to everyone that mentioned the Chosen people thing.
I would have to say that the Israelites were Gods chosen people. However "Here there is not Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian,Scythian, slave, free; but Christ is all, and in all" (Collisions 3:11) Christ was sent to abolish the difference between "the chosen" and "the greek." Israel literally means "one who wrestles with God"(name given after a heavenly being wrestled with Jacob)so there is definite reason to believe that, in context of the old testament, the Israelites were Gods' people. God himself says it time and time again. But I think that Jesus has abolished any difference between the Israelite and the greek(simply meaning someone who is not jewish).
This is not to say that God could not be protecting his original people. Can God have favorites?
I will have to ponder that.
It was so interesting to read about the Six Day War, seeing Israel's brilliant strategy. I definitely think God orchestrated it, and I see His power and promise shining through.
I agree with Megan about it being a religious war. Today ALL Christians are God's chosen people, but there are prophecies specifically regarding Jerusalem.
The process that led to the capture of a MiG by Israel was really interesting. The fact that a Egyptian air force pilot defected to Israel largely out of resent for his superiors deeming him untrustworthy was interesting. That situation shows one of the benefits of true religious freedom. If the pilot wasn't discriminated against, the pilot wouldn't have defected, and the Arabs might not have lost so badly to Israel. It was also neat that Israel, a tiny middle-eastern country, could do what the CIA, the intelligence branch of a superpower, couldn't. It helped that Israel provided a place for the defector's family to flee. It also helped that the plane was stolen from the Egyptians, rather than the Soviets. The Soviets probably were much more careful about keeping a tight watch on the planes and pilots than the Egyptians were.
Going back to the argument about the Jewish people being "God's Chosen People" here are a few reasons I believe what I believe:
Romans 11:25-36
This passage talks about the salvation of Israel. In verse 28-29 it culminates to this:
As regards the gospel, they are enemies of God for your sake. But as regards election, they are beloved for the sake of their forefathers.
For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.
This calling of God comes in Exodus 6:7, God tells Moses that "I will take you to be my people, and I will be your god, and you shall know that I am the LORD your God, who has brought you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians. (vs. 8) I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham to Isaac, and to Jacob. I will give it to you for a possession.
This covenant with Abraham was in Genesis 15. In this passage God promises that Abraham's offspring will be as many as the stars and that they will inhabit the land He set apart for them.
Just some thoughts on this topic. I have more reasoning on this topic but I am afraid I will not be able to present it clearly on this post. See you all tomorrow!
The epic 4th person blog post:
It has come to my attention that Mark Fratto explained you enjoyed the video with great gusto. He told me you were captured by the fascinating strategic brilliance of the Israelis and the primary video of epic battles was invigorating.
Mark also commented how you drew an interesting connection between the resistance of the US to send aid to their Israeli ally both in the Six Days War (originally), and today with the threat of Iran on Israel's doorstep. In both occasions, Israel's enemies threatened the eradication of of their existence, according to what you told mark which he relayed to me.
He also told me that you thought Megan made an astute and well supported argument concerning the Israelis and the covenant God made with Abraham's descendants. Mark lastly reported that you thought this could be a testimony to how God works behind the scenes to remain devout to his covenant.
Mark further regarded to me that you wished to say, "Cheers."
It was too hard to write in fifth person
[in which the platonic ideal of the subject examines itself from an external perspective using first person verbs and third person pronouns], so here is my un-ornimented post:
I think that this week's focus on the power of intelligence is cementing what Mr. Parker told us at the beginning of this semester. Israel's use of 'humint' and 'sigint' put them ahead of their adversaries on both military and diplomatic levels, which is the essence of successful modern intelligence.
Concerning Megan's comment above, I completely agree. Although Christians are ultimately the bearers of God's truth (and the hope in Christ), the Jews still hold the position of His chosen people. Although they have rejected Him, He will not leave his people to destruction.
I personally love war videos. The outcome of the Jews winning is interesting because the Arabs still hate Jews today and fight against them but they are more bark then bite today. Idk, I thought the video was brilliant and very easy to understand.
The military strategy and power that Israel had during this war makes me wonder if they're still capable of it now. Sure, technology has increased for the better (mostly) for a higher majority of the world, but this also means that now those countries-- Egypt, Syria, etc-- have the same level of tech.. Who knows if Israel still has the power they'd need to repeat a war like this one.
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