This is a depressing post to read. Perhaps anti-Jewish prejudice, antisemitism, Judehhas, or whatever term you want to use, is endemic in Christianity.
First a few historical facts. During the Jewish War of 67-70AD, the Romans put down a rebellion, burned the Temple in Jerusalem, and killed and enslaved a lot of Jews. They did not wipe Judaism practically off the face of the earth. There were plenty of survivors of all beliefs. They did not expel Jews from Palestine. About 50 years later, there was another Jewish rebellion in Judea, which was also crushed. There was another big rebellion later, but the hostilities mostly occurred outside of Palestine.
Regarding the special immorality of first century Jews, I know of no reason to believe this.
I haven't noticed the proof that modern messianic Jews don't consider themselves Christians but instead "want to remain separate". Could you please cite where you've seen this? BTW even if they "want to remain separate" ethnic churches aren't unique to messianic Jews. Ever hear of the Greek Orthodox, Armenian Orthodox, and etc? Do they also not consider themselves part of the Christian church?
Emile is a bigot through and through. Because he gives lip service to Christianity and posts piously from time to time, he is apparently able to win over a few disciples like yourself. That is a shame! Emile would be proud of that little Israeli abortion tidbit you threw in.
Bruce |
