Some Christians viewed Jews as enemies of Christianity. This perception, combined with the socio-political context of the time, contributed to the violence and persecution of Jewish communities during the Crusades. The Crusades were marked by a desire to reclaim the Holy Land, which sometimes translated into hostile actions against Jews, who were seen as outsiders or scapegoats in the broader religious conflict.
Why did Christians attack Jews during the Crusades?
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• They wanted revenge for Jewish attacks on Christians.
O Jews were trying to regain the Holy Land for themselves.
• Jews had allied with Muslims.
• Some Christians viewed jews as enemies of Christianity.
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