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Johan M. Snoek
1920-2012
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Books by Johan M. Snoek
The Grey Book A collection of protests against anti-semitism and the persecution of Jews issued by non-Roman Catholic churches and church leaders during Hitlers rule
"The Grey Book" by Johan M. Snoek is a collection of documents detailing protests against anti-Semitism and the persecution of Jews issued by non-Roman Catholic churches and church leaders during Hitler's regime, published in the late 20th century. The book explores historical events and the responses of various church bodies to the atrocities committed against Jews, highlighting theological considerations and the moral obligations of Christian communities. At the start of the book, the introduction by Uriel Tal establishes the significance of these protests within the context of Christian-Jewish relations and illuminates the Church's stance against Nazi ideologies. It discusses how early recognition of the threats posed by Nazism prompted different church groups to voice opposition. The introduction also points out that the Church's protests were not merely reactions to Jewish persecution but were also rooted in a broader struggle against totalitarian doctrines that threatened the Church's own existence. Tal underscores the dual moral responsibility of the Church to speak against both the persecution of Jews and the anti-Christian nature of the Nazi regime, setting the stage for the documents that follow in the collection.
De Nederlandse kerken en de joden, 1940-1945 De protesten bij Seyss-Inquart, hulp aan joodse onderduikers, de motieven voor hulpverlening
"De Nederlandse kerken en de joden, 1940-1945" by Johan M. Snoek is a historical account written in the early 21st century. This work examines the involvement and responses of Dutch churches regarding the Jewish community during the Nazi occupation in World War II. The book primarily details two main themes: the protests against antisemitic measures and the efforts made to assist Jewish people who were hiding from persecution. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the historical backdrop and the complex relationship between the Dutch churches and the Jewish community prior to and during the war. It introduces the context of the 1930s, highlighting the prevailing attitudes towards Jews, the various church denominations, and the significant events leading to the Nazi occupation. The author reflects on the silence of the churches in the early years of the Holocaust, before detailing the formation of a collaborative effort among the churches to respond to the unfolding crisis. The narrative promises to delve into significant protests and acts of assistance facilitated by the church congregations, establishing the moral and ethical implications of their actions during such a turbulent period.