Are Ashkenazi Jews FAKE Jews?
Unpacked
The Khazar Theory posits that Ashkenazi Jews primarily descend from the Khazars, a medieval Turkic people, rather than from ancient Israelites. This theory challenges the common understanding of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. Critics argue that it lacks definitive genetic and historical evidence while often being used to delegitimize Jewish claims to ancestry and land, fueling antisemitic narratives. Most genetic studies emphasize a Middle Eastern origin for Ashkenazi Jews, supporting traditional Jewish historical narratives.