Courses > Jews and Money: Unpacking the Oldest Stereotypes

• Unit 1: IntroductionIntroduction to Jews and Money: Unpacking the Oldest Stereotypes.
• Unit 2: The Temple Money ChangersThe Gospels portray Jesus violently overturning the tables of the “money changers” in the Temple, calling it a “den of thieves.” This image has been used for centuries to paint Jews as greedy, corrupt, and materialistic—even in sacred spaces. Learn the historical context..
• Unit 3: UsuryThe stereotype that “Jews are greedy moneylenders who exploit Christians” became deeply entrenched in Europe. It fueled pogroms and expulsions. Learn the historical context.
• Unit 4: Jewish Wealth, Success, and EntrepreneurshipDo Jews control all the banks and money? Are Jews disproportionately rich because they’re sneaky and cunning?
• Unit 5: “Mooching” and Reliance on CharityLearn about accusations that Jews are both “greedy rich” and “lazy welfare moochers” — a classic contradictory antisemitic trope?
• Unit 6: “Dark Money” and General Attacks on WealthWhat is “dark money”? What is resentment of wealth and success, and how does it manifest?
• Unit 7: SummarySummary of Jews and Money: Unpacking the Oldest Stereotypes.