Books Quote by Samuel Roth
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unknown source, early 20th century anti-Semitic pamphlet
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.
