Anti-semitism: 2000 Years of History
The history of anti-Semitism is a story of demonization that is deeply intertwined with the societies, countries, and ages where it takes place. It is the story of anti-Semites, of those who, over time, have made Jews their worst enemies. Stories from each era mark out and illustrate these manifestations of violence and hatred, providing context for the fightback against this recurrent phenomenon.
The history of anti-Semitism is a story of demonization that is deeply intertwined with the societies, countries, and ages where it takes place. It is the story of anti-Semites, of those who, over time, have made Jews their worst enemies. Stories from each era mark out and illustrate these manifestations of violence and hatred, providing context for the fightback against this recurrent phenomenon.
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