"The book deals with a fascinating chapter in modern Judaism and in the history of Israel and the modern Middle East. Inbari handles this potentially volatile topic masterfully. He provides excellent insights and maintains an even and balanced scholarly account at all times. I highly recommend it." - Yaakov Ariel, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill "In his detailed and systematic study, Motti Inbari uses the psychological mechanism of cognitive dissonance to explain how religious leaders try to comprehend an ever-changing world. With mastery of subject matter, detailed analysis, and clear writing, Inbari enables the reader to make sense of a variety of complex intellectual phenomena. This book should attract scholars interested the interaction between modern religion and politics, the path religious Zionism is headed, and the meaning of compromise for the West Bank Jewish settlers. It should also give pause for thought for those seeking a peaceful solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict." - Michael Feige, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel.