The Counsel of Trent #1036 - FFAF: My Talk on Antisemetism at the Philos Conference
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May 23, 2025 The discussion tackles the complex issue of antisemitism within the Catholic community, emphasizing the need for sensitivity regarding Jewish conversion. It highlights a violent anti-Semitic attack and the unsettling motivations behind it. Additionally, the resurgence of anti-Semitic rhetoric in modern discourse is examined, revealing dangerous ideological links to historical extremism. The necessity of confronting antisemitism, particularly in social media, is stressed to protect the integrity of the faith and counter misinformation.
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John Ernest's Antisemitic Attack
- John Ernest attacked a synagogue with an AR-15, injuring and killing people, motivated by violent antisemitism.
- His manifesto blamed Jews for many societal ills, claiming violent self-defense was justified.
Modern Spread of Antisemitism
- Antisemitic rhetoric used by Ernest mirrors historic Nazi propaganda and is gaining traction online.
- AI and social media spread this ideology, influencing especially younger audiences.
Christian Antisemitism's Bait and Switch
- Some Christian antisemitic claims focus on opposing Judaism as a religion but often blur into ethnic prejudice.
- They use selective moral failings of Jews to justify stereotypes about all Jews.