Is God a Tribal Terrorist?

Is God a Tribal Terrorist? Examining the Flawed Theology of  Fear  

     

A prominent Jewish Rabbi Yosef Mizrachihas been spreading fear among Americans, claiming that disasters in the U.S. are divine punishments for not supporting Israel. According to him, whenever people protest against Israel or show sympathy for Palestinians, Hashem (the God of Israel) brings judgment—citing accidents, tragedies, and natural disasters as "proof." But is this theology biblical, logical, or just a manipulative scare tactic?                                                                                                                                       

1. A Tribal God or a Just God? 

If God only defends Israel regardless of their actions—even when innocent blood is shed—then He ceases to be a righteous God and instead becomes a tribal deity, no different from the pagan gods of ancient cultures. The Bible, however, presents Yahweh as a God of justice who judges all nations, including Israel. 

•  Amos 1-2: God condemns both Israel and its neighbors for violence and oppression. 
• Jeremiah 7: God warns that even the Temple will not protect Judah if they commit injustice. 
• Jonah: God sends a Jewish prophet to save Nineveh, Israel’s enemy, showing His mercy extends beyond one nation. 

If the rabbi’s logic were true, then why did California face devastating wildfires while the U.S. was fully backing Israel with military aid? Why did 9/11 happen under a strongly pro-Israel administration? Selective interpretations fall apart under scrutiny.                                                                                              

2. Jews as "Chosen People" – A Finished Concept? 

The Old Testament did declare Israel as God’s chosen nation—but only as a vessel to bring forth the Messiah (Genesis 12:3). After Christ, the "chosen people" are those in Christ (Galatians 3:28-29). 

•  Romans 2:28-29: "A Jew is one inwardly… not by the letter." 
• John 8:39-44: Jesus told Jewish leaders that physical descent from Abraham means nothing without faith. 
• Matthew 21:43: "The kingdom will be taken from you and given to a people producing its fruits." 
• Modern political Israel is not the same as biblical Israel. True Israel today is the Church—Jews and Gentiles united in Christ (Ephesians 2:14-16). 

3. Horror Movie Tactics: Is Yahweh a Ghost? 

Use of the of horror-style clips to depict God’s "judgments" is disturbing. Yahweh is not a horror-film monster—He is a God of love and justice (1 John 4:18: "Perfect love casts out fear."). 

Horror movies contain psychological tricks that create illusions of fear and danger through the manipulation of images, sound, and story can lead to psychological disturbance in some individuals due to their ability to trigger strong fear responses and emotional reactions. It is also impose a real and legitimate danger to our spiritual walk. They may not cause us to lose our salvation but they can cause us to live in fear, misunderstand the schemes of our very real enemy, and be desensitized to the people hurting all around us.

Interesting to note that most the successful horror movies are produced by Jewish filmmakers. A few examples: 

• Ouijs 2014 ( The very clip in the video watched -  Jason Blum (Jewish) – Founder of Blumhouse Productions, which produced the film. Blum is a prominent figure in horror, known for micro-budget hits like Paranormal Activity,
• Wes Craven (Nightmare on Elm Street) 
• Sam Raimi (The Evil Dead) 
• Eli Roth (Hostel) 
• James Wan (Saw, The Conjuring) – (Not Jewish, but many producers are) 
• Jason Blum (Blumhouse Productions – Paranormal Activity, Insidious) 
• David Cronenberg (The Fly, Scanners) 
• Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth) – (Mexican, but many financiers are Jewish) 
• Tobe Hooper (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre) – (Produced by Jewish-run companies) 
• Alfred Hitchcock (Psycho) 
• Stanley Kubrick (The Shining) 
• William Friedkin (Jewish) – Director of The Exorcist, one of the most icon
• Jordan Peele (Jewish) – Get Out, Us, Nope (social horror) 
• Clive Barker (Jewish) – Hellraiser, Candyman
• Larry Cohen (Jewish) – It’s Alive, The Stuff (cult horror classics) 

Broader Jewish Influence in Horror Films 

Many influential horror directors, writers, and producers in Hollywood are Jewish, often using horror as a way to explore historical trauma (e.g., the Holocaust) or societal fears.

 Why Are Jewish Filmmakers Prominent in Horror? 

• Cultural Trauma – Many Jewish filmmakers explore themes of persecution, survival, and unseen evil (e.g., The Babadook is seen as a metaphor for grief/depression). 
• Business Savvy – Horror films are cheap to make and highly profitable, which aligns with Hollywood’s financial strategies. 
• Storytelling Tradition – Jewish culture has a rich history of folklore (dybbuks, golems) that inspire horror. 

 4. God Owns All Nations – Not Just Israel 

Christian Zionists make a grave error by reducing God to a "real estate agent" for a tiny strip of land. The Bible says: 

•  Psalm 24:1: "The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it." 
• Acts 10:34-35: "God shows no partiality… in every nation, anyone who fears Him is acceptable." 

God is not a tribal deity. He loves Palestinians, Israelis, Americans, and all people equally. True biblical faith does not thrive on fear but on truth, justice, and love.                                                                              

Conclusion 

The rabbi’s fear-mongering is unbiblical, illogical, and politically motivated. God does not bless injustice—whether from Israel, the U.S., or any nation. True believers must reject this distorted theology and stand for righteousness, not blind nationalism.                                                                                                             

Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." (Amos 5:24)

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