We Remember: A Reflection on the Shoah

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The Vatican document We Remember: A Reflection on the Shoah is a statement by Roman Catholics acknowledging their obligation to remember the Holocaust. The Holocaust, also known as the Shoah, was the systematic, state-sponsored murder of six million Jewish people and millions of others by Nazi Germany and its collaborators during World War II. The document, issued in 1998, reflects on the church's relationship with Judaism and condemns antisemitism. It acknowledges that past Christian teachings contributed to prejudice against Jews and emphasizes the need for remembrance and a positive approach to interreligious dialogue. The Vatican's statement aims to foster understanding and prevent future atrocities.12345

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