Jewish life and antisemitism before WWII

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425203004146
• English
• 1921
• 1 electronic resource (14 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Antisemitic pamphlet that tries to answer the questions: what are the Jews? what is Judaism? the author claims that In the Middle Ages Jews were considered a religious community and Judaism a religion, this view continued for centuries culminating in the Enlightenment era Lessing play “Nathan der Weise”. This tolerant view was not limited to religious and social aspects but was also found in politics, through emancipation. Emancipation enabled Jews to gain influence in all aspects of life and this influence is considered to be decomposing Christian and German life. New racial theories enabl...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425203204146
• English
• 1 electronic resource (21 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Antisemitic publication addressing the so-called „Jewish question in Germany” and its changes after the revolution of 1918. In the past Germany was mainly a country through which Jews moved after a generation or two without assimilating. The Social Democratic government is accused of facilitating the immigration of Jews from the East and giving them unwarranted access and influence to government positions. It is stated that the population growth among Jews had increased from 2 million in 1800 to 15 million in 1930, whereas “Aryans” increased from 187 to 602 million. Most of the Jewish popul...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425203604146
• English
• 1926
• 1 electronic resource (36 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The purpose of this antisemitic publication is to explain to the reader how the economy is run by so called “forces” in the background – Jews. The example given is the rise of the house of Rothschild during the Napoleonic Wars. The author describes how the economic situation during those years was similar to the one in 1926. Massive debts by governments, a heavy debt burden on individuals through heavy interests. The impoverishment of many countries on the one side compared to massive riches for others. The rise of the house of Rothschild is described from its humble beginnings in Frankfurt...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425204404146
• English
• 1920
• 1 electronic resource (28 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Antisemitic publication that starts with the listing of 9 publishing houses in Leipzig that all run under different names but supposedly are owned by 1 person of a “different race”. The author defends his nationalistic credentials and accuses Streicher of not being vigilant enough against these companies. Many of them seem to be nationalist publishing houses. The author describes his childhood, schooling, marriage, and business ventures. Accusations against the author are discussed and he provides arguments to clear his name. The treaty of Versailles is considered to be a Jesuit-Jewish mach...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425204804146
• English
• 1919
• 1 electronic resource (76 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Antisemitic publication addressing the so called „Jewish Question” for members of the German Order of Druids who - like freemasons - are supposed to be tolerant, and therefore cannot join in the antisemitic discourse without losing their principles. It quotes various cultural and historical figures regarding Jews (Tacitus, Luther, Frederik the Great, Maria Theresa, Fichte, Napoleon, R. Wagner, Bismarck a. o.). It then continues with the claim by Goldstein that 95% of all German newspapers are in Jewish hands or dependent on Jewish ideas, and the same can be said about the theater (Kunstwart...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425205004146
• English
• 1924
• 1 electronic resource (19 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The publication gives the following summary: “In Faust, like in Hamlet, the role of race is a crucial one. The false, Roman law, permeates symbolically the whole work. No thinking person will read this publication without benefit”. The differences between Roman and English (Germanic) law is given and termed equity vs. iniquity. It claims that Jews differ from “Nordic” people because they have no connection to the soil or to working the land. They thrive to have mobile assets. The work of a farmer influences his world view. He sees himself as part of a chain. Roman and Germanic law differ in...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309204146
• English
• 1878
• 1 electronic resource (17 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The booklet lists the statutes of the Jewish community of Aschaffenburg. It regulates the purpose of the community, rights and duties of its members, administration, election procedures, fundraising and financing, and the rental and sale of property.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309304146
• English
• 1911
• 1 electronic resource (32 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The publication is a seating arrangement for the annual meeting of the association of the Jews in Germany. It lists the attendance in alphabetical order and place. It also includes photographs of various synagogues in Germany.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309404146
• English
• 1901
• 1 electronic resource (15 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The publication gives a fiery argument for the importance of education and the high value it is given in Judaism. However the author is concerned about the decay of Judaism in Germany and tries to offer solutions for how it could be amended and – through education – be brought back on track. He argues against the attendance of Jewish children in public or Christian schools. Children are exposed to temptation and different values, and are more likely to become secular. The plight of Jewish teachers is addressed in the following chapter. It criticizes the lack of stable employment contracts, ...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309504146
• English
• 1925
• 1 electronic resource (19 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Publication of a speech given in Berlin at the main gathering of the Central Verein deutscher Staatsbürger jüdischen Glaubens on April 12th, 1924. The foreword of the publication laments the prevailing antisemitism. The author urges his readers to stand up and defend themselves. He argues that antisemitism can be accepted by Jews until they become as the prophets wished. The claim that Jews are not cultured but civilized (culture is directed inward, whereas civilization is directed outward) is found repulsive by the author. He gives an eloquent defense of Jewish values that are incorporated...

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309704146
• English
• 1921
• 1 electronic resource (27 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The book gives an overview of the history of thievery beginning with the Middle Ages. It describes the creation of organized criminal gangs and special criminal (Gauner) literature. The Jew is considered to be the slave owner and thief. The special underworld jargon and Kabbala are discussed in a separate chapter. The booklet concludes with the plans of the “World parasite” and its end, and projections for the future. (page 35 includes vocabulary German words derived from Hebrew)

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309804146
• English
• 1934
• 1 electronic resource (35 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The booklet deals with Jewish espionage in Syria during the First World War. The main character and supposed spy, Simi Simon, is a beautiful girl in Damascus. She is uncovered by the tireless efforts of the narrator. According to his findings she is part of a wider Jewish spy network headed by Aron Aranson, which is unearthed and given its just punishment. The booklet is full of propaganda and antisemitic stereotypes. The appendix lists further antisemitic publications of the Welt Dienst.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425309904146
• English
• 1938
• 1 electronic resource (19 pages)
• Updated 10 months ago

Contains original poems by Louis Levy, a Danish Jew who served on the board of the Danish Writers' Association during the early 1920s. Next to each poem, elaborate antisemitic remarks are provided. Includes foreword explaining how the author heard about and obtained the poems that are included in the booklet. The appendix lists further antisemitic publications of the Welt Dienst.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310004146
• English
• 1 electronic resource (84 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

Antisemitic publication based on a presentation the author had to give because of a petition to audit Jewish secret teachings. In the introduction, he gives an overview of the shortcomings and evil machinations of the Jewish race. The publication covers the Talmud, Shulchan Aruch and other writings which are considered to be a blueprint for the Jewish design on world domination. The last chapter deals with the struggle of Judaism with Christianity. The appendix provides a list of additional literature that address the "Jewish Question".

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310104146
• English
• 1893
• 1 electronic resource (17 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The subjects of the book are the negative influence of social democratic thinking, and Jewish influence on the German people and their understanding of a German fatherland. The author expresses the hope that a national party which would counter these currents is founded.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310204146
• English
• 1 electronic resource (22 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The pamphlet analzyes the antisemitism of Hermann Ahlwardt. It shows that Ahlwardt did not only tell lies, but fabricated his own. Behind his “concern” for the fatherland, he creates new accusations against his enemies. It further dissects Ahlwardt’s writing “Judenflinten” and chronicles his dealings.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310304146
• English
• 1913
• 1 electronic resource (20 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The book is a compilation of political poems. They are about the situation and climate in early 20th century Germany. Some blame Jews, foreign influence, and politicians for the problems in Germany. The majority of poems were created for anniversaries and special events.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310404146
• English
• 1921
• 1 electronic resource (17 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

collection of antisemitic articles with very vile language. It was published in Bavaria and is very derogatory of Prussians. The topics featured are the lack of military participation by Jews in war, current and past political affairs, and the incompetency of the political class.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310504146
• English
• 1 electronic resource (36 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The book gives an overview of antisemitic clichés. It begins with quotes by Jews, confessions, and views on Jews. It gives an overview of the Old Testament, the failings of the Talmud and Shulchan Aruch, and continues with conspiracy theories, Jewish influence in the press, and plans for world domination.

• Wiener Library, Tel Aviv University/ספריית וינר, אוניברסיטת תל-אביב
• 9933425310604146
• English
• 1911
• 1 electronic resource (36 pages)
• Updated 2 months ago

The author explains how little or how much ‚Kulturkonservatismus” has in common with “Anti-Semitism”. Zionism is explained and the impact it has on Jewish life. If Kulturkonservatismus would rid itself of its antisemitism it could slowly make Jewish intellectuals join forces.