Dr. Max Nordau helped Theodor Herzl found the Zionist Congress. Despite his secular background he was inspired by the words “VeShavu Banim l'Gvulam – Our children will return to their borders.” Hear Nordau in his own words describe how he was swayed to the Zionist cause and seek a homeland of Jews in the Land of Israel.
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* Address by Max Nordau at the First Zionist Congress
* Max Nordau biography - Jewish Virtual Library
* Max Nordau: A Man of Vision and Obscure Legacy
* Rachel and the power of prayer
