The Netherlands has long been regarded as one of the most tolerant places on earth. However, with the threat of a renewed Muslim caliphate looming, even the most tolerant society struggles to accept militant Islam. The Dutch government has declared war on radical Islam, with the prime minister promising a relentless crackdown on extremist cells. The immigration minister has proposed a law that would allow the deportation of Islamic radicals, even if they hold Dutch citizenship. Meanwhile, some Dutch citizens have resorted to burning mosques, which has led to retaliatory burnings and vandalism of Christian churches. One of the most liberal societies in the world has encountered a boundary it will not cross.

The tribe of Zebulun is identified with Holland, also known as the Netherlands, as part of the broader identification of the lost ten tribes of Israel among modern nations. This placement is based on national traits and histories, though it remains a generality due to the mixing of gentiles and the fluidity of ethnic boundaries within national borders.

The Netherlands, like many European nations, faces significant challenges due to immigration. About one million of its 16 million population, roughly six percent, is Muslim, with Islamic immigrants, mostly Turks and Moroccans, equaling the native Dutch population in the three largest cities: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague. This demographic shift contributes to cultural tensions, as many of these immigrants settle into local Islamic ghettos found in nearly every urban area across Europe. In response, the Dutch government has implemented stringent measures. Hilbrand Nawijn, the Dutch immigration minister, announced a hard-line plan to detain asylum seekers in converted army barracks for up to two months, with immediate expulsion if their applications are denied. Companies face fines for hiring illegal immigrants, social security payments are cut drastically, and newcomers must complete Dutch language and citizenship classes or face penalties. Conditions for bringing in relatives have been stiffened, and all immigrants are required to carry identity papers at all times. Additionally, crime statistics reveal a stark reality, with ninety percent of street crime in Rotterdam committed by immigrants, highlighting the social challenges accompanying these demographic changes.

The Dutch, identified with Zebulun, have long been recognized as a seafaring people. As Jacob prophesied, Zebulun shall dwell by the haven of the sea and become a haven for ships. Measured by shipping volume, the vast Amsterdam Harbor stands as the largest in the world, exemplifying their maritime prominence. Additionally, the Netherlands emerged as a significant power alongside France and England, particularly after the decline of Spanish dominance following the defeat of the Spanish Armada in AD 1588.