Why the Abrahamic Promise Does Not Tell Us to Bless, Protect, or Defend the Israelis

In a recent interview, Ted Cruz told Tucker Carlson that his support for Israel is not based on American interests or geopolitical strategy. He claims that it is his Christian duty to bless Israel. Carlson asked him to show it in the Bible and Cruz—ever agile—said he would find it. Carlson helpfully suggested Genesis 12. Anyone with a Bible should know …