Respectful Question
(I study religion)
I’m asking this in good faith and would appreciate respectful responses.
I’m not interested in converting to the SSPX or Catholicism or debating anyone’s faith. I’m simply trying to better understand their (or your) views.
How does the SSPX generally view relationships with Jewish people? I’m aware they have criticisms of Nostra Aetate, but I’m curious about their official position today versus the opinions of individual members.
How do they approach dialogue with Jews, and how do they distinguish their theology from prejudice or antisemitism?
I’m especially curious because Christianity has Jewish roots—Jesus Christ was Jewish, as were the Apostles and the earliest Christians—so I’m interested in how the SSPX understands that historical and theological relationship.
There are certainly aspects of the traditional Catholic Church that I appreciate. However, as a Jewish person, I’d like to understand how the SSPX generally views Jewish people. Also, I appreciate the current church too, and I study religion as I said, it’s a beautiful thing. I am aware of disagreements with Islam in the SSPX.
Thanks in advance for keeping the discussion respectful. All respectful answers and dialogue are appreciated.
(To share my perspective: I don’t believe Jewish people are collectively responsible for Jesus’ death. It was a Roman execution, and I don’t believe I or any Jewish person today should be held responsible for something that happened 2,000 years ago. I have great respect for Him and all the people who died for the faith. No one deserves to be punished and persecuted for their faith at all and ever.)