Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman

Is The Gospel of John Anti-Semitic?

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May 9, 2023
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Anti-Judaism vs. Anti-Semitism

  • Modern anti-Semitism is a racial ideology distinct from ancient religious opposition to Jews.
  • Anti-Judaism, opposition based on religion and practice, originates in early Christianity, partly from the New Testament.
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Defining Anti-Semitism and Anti-Judaism

  • Anti-Semitism targets Jews by race, anti-Judaism targets religious practices and beliefs.
  • Anti-Semitism, as racial hatred, evolved in the 19th century, making it inaccurate to label New Testament texts as anti-Semitic.
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Jewish Groups in Gospel of John

  • The Gospel of John depicts three Jewish groups: authorities, general people, and Jesus' followers.
  • Jewish authorities are often portrayed as opponents, while Jesus' followers are protagonists, with ordinary Jews caught between.
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