capital of Israel

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The capital and largest city of the modern State of Israel: Refers to the city that serves as the seat of government and is the most populous urban center in Israel. It is important to note that its political status as the capital is a subject of international dispute.
    • A city of major historical and religious significance: It is considered a holy city in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
    • A city with a long history: It was the capital of an ancient kingdom in historical times and came under Israeli control in 1967.
Usage
  • The term "capital of Israel" is used to identify this specific city in geopolitical, historical, and religious contexts. It is typically used in formal writing, news reports, and historical discussions.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.
    • The status of the capital of Israel is a central issue in the peace process.
    • Many pilgrims visit the capital of Israel for its religious sites.
Advanced Usage
  • The phrase is often used in contexts discussing international law, diplomacy, and conflict, due to the disputed nature of the city's status.
    • The embassy's move to the capital of Israel was met with both praise and condemnation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Jerusalem: This is the name of the city itself. "Capital of Israel" is a descriptive phrase identifying Jerusalem's political function.
  • Holy City: A common epithet for Jerusalem, emphasizing its religious importance rather than its political role.
Synonyms
  • Jerusalem: The direct and most common synonym for the phrase "capital of Israel."
Notes on Meaning
  • The definition explicitly notes that the city's status as the capital is disputed. This means that while Israel designates it as its capital, not all countries or international bodies recognize this designation, often maintaining embassies in Tel Aviv instead.
  • The reference to its capture in 1967 highlights a key modern historical event that solidified Israeli administration over the entire city.
  • Its description as the capital of an ancient kingdom (such as the Kingdom of Judah) connects its modern political role to its deep historical significance.
Noun
  1. capital and largest city of the modern state of Israel (although its status as capital is disputed); it was captured from Jordan in 1967 in the Six Day War; a holy city for Jews and Christians and Muslims; was the capital of an ancient kingdom

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