The Land of Israel was given to the Jews The Quran categorically states that Allah gave the land of Israel to the Jewish people, but that their dwelling in the land was dependent upon following His commandments. The conflict which rages in Israel today is waged without the guidance of Scripture, and is motivated by the desire of both sides to establish modern democratic states with non-biblical borders. Quran 5:21 O my people [Banu Yisrael], enter the Holy Land which Allah has assigned to you and do not turn back [from fighting in Allah âs cause] and [thus] become losers.â Because the Jewish people are still in exile for not adhering to Allahâs commandments neither Islam nor Judaism is clear on whether they are permitted sovereignty over the land before the messianic era (al-Mahdi). However, both religions clearly state that the descendants of Jacob were promised the land by Allah and one day they shall return. 17:104 And We said after Pharaoh to the Children of Israel, âDwell in the land, and when there comes the promise of the Hereafter, We will bring you forth in [one] gathering - See more at: http://www.judaism-islam.com/the-islamic-view-of-judaism/#sthash.NOxRHhyg.dpuf