Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Controversial 'Jesus is Palestinian' Billboard in Times Square
A big digital sign in Times Square, New York City, shows the message 'Jesus is Palestinian' along with a 'Merry Christmas' wish.
This sign was put up by a group called the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC).
Some people think it's a good way to start talking about how different groups share traditions, especially during Christmas.
But others think it's not appropriate and find it divisive.
The group says they want to remind people that Christians, Muslims, and Arab Americans have many things in common.
They have been changing the message on the sign every week since the beginning of the year and plan to put up more messages in the future.
A digital billboard in Times Square displays 'Jesus is Palestinian' alongside a 'Merry Christmas' message.
The billboard is sponsored by the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC).
Reactions are mixed, with some finding the message meaningful and others considering it divisive and inflammatory.
The ADC aims to spark conversation and highlight shared traditions among Christians, Muslims, and Arab Americans.
The billboard has been part of a series of messages rotated weekly by the ADC since the beginning of the year.
- Who
- American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC)
- What
- A digital billboard with the message 'Jesus is Palestinian'
- When
- During the Christmas season
- Where
- Times Square, New York City
- Why
- To spark conversation and highlight shared traditions among Christians, Muslims, and Arab Americans
Supporters
Critics
Message Appropriateness
Supporters
The message is meaningful and thought-provoking, sparking important conversations about shared traditions.
Critics
The message is divisive and inflammatory, particularly during the holiday season.
Jesus' Identity
Supporters
Jesus is viewed as a Palestinian figure, and the message is inclusive, allowing for varied interpretations.
Critics
Jesus is a universal religious figure, and any specific national or ethnic label is unnecessary.
- Location
- Times Square, New York City
- Organizer
- American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC)
- Message
- Jesus is Palestinian
- Timing
- Christmas season
- Reactions
- Mixed, with both support and criticism
- Campaign Duration
- Since the beginning of the year, with weekly updates
- Next Display
- New Year's Eve
