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The roots of that perception go back many centuries. In one of the books of the New Testament, whoever wrote it threw in a verse or two condemning the lending of money at interest. In the real world, NOBODY except maybe your family or a very good friend will lend you money without getting something in return. Usually that is interest, repayment of more than was originally lent, to compensate the lender for doing without his money for the time the borrower has it, for running the risk that the loan will not be repaid, in recognition of the fact that the lender could have used his money to make more money except that the lender has loaned it to the borrower, and the borrower is using the money to make more money. But there it was, in The Bible.
The prohibition in the Bible against lending money at interest is THE reason the Dark Ages lasted one thousand years. Nobody could get enough money together to do things on a large scale, big enough to improve overall conditions, without being able to borrow, and nobody would lend unless they could get something in return.
But the Jews do not have the New Testament, so they had no prohibition against lending money and charging interest. In most places they were barred from other professions by law, beyond that of lending money. So, if a Christian wanted to borrow money, who did he have to go to? And who do you hate more than the guy who wants his money back, keeps nagging you about your late payments, demands interest despite the Bible saying charging interest is evil?
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How did german propaganda portray the jews?
It's ironic that the Nazi murderers portrayed the Jews as a nation of murderers. They also portrayed the Jews as subhuman ("untermenschen"), bloodsuckers, parasites, destabilizing plotters, etc., etc.
What cultures are portrayed in the Fiddler on the Roof?
It is the story of Russian Jews.
Buddhism teaches that suffering and misery are caused by .?
Grasping for and clinging to things that we cannot possess.a desire for money and happinesscraving.
How much money did it cost the United States to get the Jews out of Germnay?
The United States did not get the Jews out of Germany, so they spent no money on that.
Why are Jews good with money?
Throughout history, Jews lived in poverty, and learned from their experiences.
If the Nazis hated the Jews why they receibe money?
This question is confusing. Why did THEY receive money: are your referring to the Jews receiving money? If so when? Are you referring to the Nazis receiving money? If so, when. The Jews did not receive any reparations from the Germans for nearly 5 decades. The Swiss Banks took forever to give the money that belonged to the Jews back to them and some are still trying to get their money. Jews who paid Nazis did bribery payments to either get them free or not report them to the SS. Please retype your question if my information did not come close to answering your question.
What did society learn from kristallnacht?
Society does not learn. It was portrayed that Kristallnacht was the fault of the Jews and they were made to pay to clean up afterwards.
What does Japan depend on?
Killing Jews for money
How did the Jews have more money then the Nazis?
They didn't
How are Jews viewed in general society do people generally respect them or despise them are they generally looked at as higher or lower class?
In the history of western cultures Jews were seen as a necessary evil in society. Before the Papacy loosened the definition of usury, Jews were the only people in society that could lend money. Afterwards, Jews served no purpose in society; this was best portrayed when Spain finally expelled them during the period. Short answer: Most people look at them in terms of species rather than class.
Why are so many people grasping on charitable donations?
So many people are grasping on charitable donations because it is a very good cause. The money goes to those who are less fortunate. This is very important, it shows that we all have a heart and we are not self-centered beings.
Why were Jews money lenders in merchant of Venice?
In Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice," Jews, particularly Shylock, are portrayed as moneylenders due to historical restrictions that prevented them from owning land or engaging in many trades during the Middle Ages. As a result, money lending became one of the few avenues available for Jews to earn a living. This profession was often stigmatized, leading to negative stereotypes about Jewish moneylenders, which Shakespeare reflects in his play. Additionally, the practice of usury—charging interest on loans—was frowned upon by Christians, further complicating the dynamics between Shylock and the Christian characters.
