Nationalizing Jerusalem

Efforts by the Hashemite Kingdom to nationalize Jerusalem during its 19-year rule over East Jerusalem (1948–1967) revealed a strategic use of state institutions and symbols, such as postage stamps and banknotes, to assert political control over the city's deep religious and cultural significance. This approach paralleled earlier 19th-century attempts to nationalize Jerusalem, highlighting its enduring importance in the struggle for political dominance. The study also notes that Jordan’s territorial changes during this period included the annexation of additional land, later known as the West Bank. While limited in scope, the research contributes to a broader understanding of Jerusalem’s complex history and the interplay between religion, politics, and statecraft.

Katz, K. (2018). Nationalizing Jerusalem. Routledge Handbook on Jerusalem, 146–155. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315676517-13