Glossary Term

Antisemitism

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The belief or behavior hostile toward Jews just because they are Jewish. It may take the form of religious teachings that proclaim the inferiority of Jews, for instance, or political efforts to isolate, oppress, or otherwise injure them. It may also include prejudiced or stereotyped views about Jews.

ADL considers the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism to be the preeminent tool for understanding antisemitism and its real-world manifestation today. For more information, click here.