Given the events of even the 19th century, Zionism was inevitable. Given the events of the 20th century, Israel was inevitable.
“Don't let your special character and values, the secret that you know and no one else does, the truth - don't let that get swallowed up by the great chewing complacency.”
“If it didn't happen in your life before, then you're not paying attention you don't think it's possible. But almost all important events never happen in your life before.”