The Jewish Question

The “Jewish Question”, perhaps more than any time in recent history, is on the minds of men. Regrettably, the public discussion is being conducted in an imprecise way. Many aspects of the question are not being addressed, much less grasped—i.e. religious, racial, cultural, historical, psychological, etc.—nor is there an appreciation for the intrinsic opposition that exists between Catholicism, the only Christianity worthy of its name, and Judaism. While not surprising, this present lack of clarity offers us an opportunity to shed light on the issue, simultaneously surveying the Fathers, Popes, and approved Catholic authors who already have treated the same, perennial Jewish Question.>The related Jewish problem, aptly called a peril, is brought on by the Jews, themselves, and not Christians. It is through their incessant and deadly attacks on our religion, culture, race and heritage that prompt us to act defensively and out of justice, which the Jews decry as “antisemitism”. Thankfully, this cynical cry is losing its “bite”, and does not produce the chilling effect it once did. Save for Jews, no other group has this special privilege, a blanket immunity, which works to undermine any and all opposition to its aims, whether legitimate or not. As for our Catholic defense against the Jewish threat, we must include special legislation to limit Jewish influence, particularly in public life, and measures to distinguish them from the faithful. Badges and hats have historically proven to be effective, while a digital marker would work similarly today. These are the same faithful who, as Pope Alexander III (Ad haec, de Judaeis) reminds, do not realize “Jewish ways do not harmonize in any way with ours” and “could easily turn the minds of the simple to their own superstitions and faithlessness through continual intercourse and unceasing acquaintance.”

Originally published in The Journal of American Reform. Read original article