Antisemitism
This class covers many aspects of anti-Semitism across the centuries from antiquity to its modern rebirth. It attempts to define anti-Semitism proper in relation to racism, and study the biblical source of anti-Semitism.
Starting with the Old Testament account, continuing through the New Testament and the writings of the Church Fathers and Martin Luther, we will take a look at how the oldest hatred was formed and grew to become the motivation behind key historical events such as the Crusades, the Spanish Inquisition, the Eastern European Pogroms, and the Holocaust amongst others. We will also study how it morphed into the new anti-Semitism of our times.
Since Christian witness to the Jewish people must be accomplished in light of and despite 2000 years of anti-Semitism, this class is a must for anyone who wants to understand it, and who wants to better relate to the Jewish people and show them the love of Messiah.
Some of the questions answered by this class:
- What is anti-Semitism?
- What is the source of anti-Semitism?
- Is the New Testament anti-Semitic?
- What led some of the Church Fathers to write their anti-Semitic diatribes?
- Is there a difference between anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism, and anti-Israel sentiment?
- Can Christians fight anti-Semitism?
Where: Fellowship Hall, Irvine Community Church
Address: 14804 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine CA 92618 (Sand Canyon and I-5)
Cost: Other than the cost of the materials, the class is free of charge. A free-will offering opportunity will be available at each session to offset the ongoing costs of the class.
Time: Afternoon Class—2 PM to 3:30 PM; Evening Class—7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Questions: 949-559-1701 or HaDavar@hadavar.org
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