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We see the Jew, then, in business, as promoter…

“We see the Jew, then, in business, as promoter, money-lender, salesman par excellence, the author and chief instigator of a system of credit by which a nation-wide usury rises like a Golem (a created monster) with a million hands on a million throats, to choke the honor and the freedom-of-movement…” quote by Samuel Roth
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“We see the Jew, then, in business, as promoter, money-lender, salesman par excellence, the author and chief instigator of a system of credit by which a nation-wide usury rises like a Golem (a created monster) with a million hands on a million throats, to choke the honor and the freedom-of-movement of a hard-working people.”

Samuel Roth

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage portrays Jews as exploitative financiers, using mythic imagery to incite fear.

In simple terms: It spreads hateful stereotypes about Jews.

Key Takeaway

Reject blanket accusations.

Themes

prejudice stereotypes economic scapegoating

Mood

defensive critical

Type

political propaganda

When to use this quote

  • political rhetoric
  • media influence
  • social tension

Key Concepts

anti-Semitism mythic metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do stereotypes shape policy?
  • What evidence counters these claims?
A Different Perspective

Such generalizations ignore individual diversity and fuel hatred.

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