New York, NY – The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) have joined forces to combat antisemitism with the release of “Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition.” This comprehensive resource aims to educate Catholics about the harmful nature of anti-Jewish rhetoric and stereotypes.
Today released Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition, a groundbreaking resource that features Catholic commentary on various entries in AJC’s regularly-cited Translate Hate glossary of antisemitic terms, tropes, and memes that help expose and name antisemitism wherever it emerges.
Bishop Joseph C. Bambera of Scranton, Pennsylvania, and Rabbi Noam Marans, director of interreligious affairs at the AJC, unveiled the document on December 11th. The 61-page glossary provides definitions and historical context for a wide range of antisemitic terms and tropes, highlighting their destructive impact on Jewish communities.
The initiative draws on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism, which encompasses various forms of discrimination, including hate speech, violence, and economic boycotts.
Bishop Bambera emphasized the importance of understanding the historical roots of antisemitism and the ongoing need to combat it. He stressed that the Catholic Church has a moral obligation to promote interreligious dialogue and to work towards healing the wounds of the past.
By collaborating on this project, the USCCB and the AJC aim to strengthen the bond between the Catholic and Jewish communities and to promote a more just and equitable society. The release of “Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition” marks a significant step forward in the fight against antisemitism and underscores the shared commitment of both organizations to fostering interfaith understanding and respect.