What Is Zion, Really?
The word “Zion” carries immense spiritual weight in the Bible, yet today it has become one of the most misused and politicized terms in global discourse. For millions, “Zion” simply means the modern state of Israel. But is that the same “Zion” YAHUAH speaks of throughout Scripture? Has the original meaning been co-opted?
The confusion begins when modern geopolitics, secular ideologies, and human ambitions are imposed upon biblical prophecy. Political Zionism—a man-made movement formed in the late 19th century—has deliberately repackaged itself in biblical language to gain support from both Jews and Christians. But in reality, its foundation has nothing to do with righteousness, Torah, or the covenant YAHUAH made with His people.
True Zion, as described in the King James Version of the Bible, is a holy mountain, a spiritual people, and a city not built by human hands. It is the future Kingdom where YAH dwells in righteousness and peace. The modern, earthly version promoted by political Zionism is not the fulfillment of prophecy—it is a counterfeit.
Psalm 87:2–3 (KJV): “The YAHUAH loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of ELOHIM. Selah.”
This Zion is glorious, but it is not secular, nor militarized, nor rooted in global manipulation. We must learn to discern the difference between the two.
Biblical Zion: A Place of Holiness and Obedience
Throughout the Scriptures, Zion is referenced as both a spiritual place and a people. It’s never described as a political entity led by secular or atheist leaders.
Psalm 132:13–14 (KJV):
“For the ELOHIM hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for His habitation. This is my rest for ever: here will I dwell; for I have desired it.”
This verse shows that Zion is YAHUAH’s dwelling place—a spiritual house of holiness, not a state built through war and UN resolutions. The true Zion is defined by obedience to the commandments, fear of YAH, and covenant faithfulness.
Isaiah 51:16 (KJV):
“And I have put my words in thy mouth, and I have covered thee in the shadow of mine hand… and say unto Zion, Thou art my people.”
Here, Zion is not merely a place—it is a people set apart, filled with YAH’s Word. This disqualifies any political group that does not obey the commandments or acknowledge the Messiah, YAHUSHUA, as part of the true Zion.
Joel 2:1 (KJV):
“Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain…”
Zion is YAH’s “holy mountain,” a prophetic location of spiritual alertness and preparation. It is not a secular stronghold, nor is it a gathering place for unbelievers or antichrists, pedophiles, and genocidal maniacs.
Biblical Zion is covenantal, righteous, and centered on the Law (Torah) and the Messiah. Any other definition is false.
(See our book, The Chosen Seed: Predestination)
Modern Political Zionism: A Secular Agenda
Zionism, as a modern political ideology, was born in the late 19th century—not by prophets, but by “secular Jewish” intellectuals like Theodor Herzl, who explicitly rejected the Torah and the authority of YAH and was an atheist.
Herzl wrote in The Jewish State (1896):
“We shall not even begin to discuss the idea of a divine mission of the Jews… we are a people like all others.”
This secularism is crucial. Political Zionism was not a religious movement. It was designed to build a national identity outside of the spiritual requirements of Torah. It sought legitimacy from world powers, not from YAH.
The state of Israel was formed through British colonial backing (Balfour Declaration), globalist financial influence (e.g., Rothschilds), and military conquest—not through repentance, obedience, or recognition of YAHUSHUA.
Isaiah 1:27–28 (KJV):
“Zion shall be redeemed with judgment, and her converts with righteousness. And the destruction of the transgressors and of the sinners shall be together…”
Modern Zionism does not preach righteousness or conversion, nor does it lead people to judgment and repentance. Instead, it glorifies its own power and weaponizes prophecy to justify oppression and global manipulation.
(See our book, The Path: Of Righteousness)
Fruits of Each Zion: By Their Fruits Ye Shall Know Them
Matthew 7:16–20 (KJV):
“Ye shall know them by their fruits… A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.”
Let us now compare the fruit of Biblical Zion with that of modern political Zionism.
Revelation 2:9 (KJV):
“I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.”
Many of the leading Zionist elites do not practice Torah, do not believe in the Messiah, and have openly admitted allegiance to occult and Talmudic systems. These are not the fruits of YAH’s kingdom.
Zion in Prophecy: Who Will Dwell in YAH’s Zion?
True Zion is not yet fully revealed. The Zion that will reign is a future spiritual kingdom, not a current political state. Many prophecies point to YAHUAH restoring Zion Himself, not through UN charters or military conquest.
Micah 4:1–2 (KJV):
“But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the ELOHIM shall be established… and many nations shall come, and say, Come, and let us go up to the mountain of the ELOHIM… for the law shall go forth of Zion.”
This prophecy says Torah will go out from Zion—but modern Zionism suppresses Torah and punishes those who preach YAHUSHUA.
Hebrews 12:22–23 (KJV):
“But ye are come unto mount Sion, and unto the city of the living ELOHIM, the heavenly Jerusalem…”
The real Mount Zion is heavenly and spiritual. It is not a secular political system. It is the bride of the Messiah, composed of obedient believers in spirit and in truth.
Come Out of False Zion
The deception of modern political Zionism lies in its counterfeit claim to divine prophecy, while rejecting everything that defines Biblical Zion—Torah, righteousness, humility, and the Messiah.
Jeremiah 23:26–27 (KJV):
“How long shall this be in the heart of the prophets that prophesy lies?… Which think to cause my people to forget my name… as their fathers have forgotten my name for Baal.”
We are witnessing a revival of Baal worship in disguise, where the name of YAH is hidden, the commandments are trampled, and false Israel claims divine right while committing injustice, death, and destruction.
This is why the remnant must come out from among them.
Revelation 18:4 (KJV):
“Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues.”
Zion is not about land or politics. It’s about YAH’s presence, YAH’s laws, and YAH’s people. May we discern the truth from the falsities in these last days and prepare for the real Mount Zion, where YAHUAH reigns forever.
Shalom,
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