The History of Bad Ideas: Antisemitism
Past Present Future
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Exploring the Historical Roots of Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust
This chapter delves deep into the historical and ideological roots of antisemitism, examining the evolution of anti-Semitic beliefs from hope to dread. It discusses key historical events like the First Crusades and the Reformation as inflection points in the persecution of Jews, leading up to the rise of National Socialists and the Holocaust in Germany. The conversation also reflects on the impact of historical catastrophes like the Holocaust on different regions and the intricate interactions that precede upheavals.
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