I have just came across this rather depressing item on the Jewish Chronicle blog alledging that John Wesley was anti-Semitic, even referring to Jews as "worms" whilst in America.
As far I can see see the JC correspondent was quoting just one source about which I think we need to know more.
Wesley's ill-fated visit to America was very low key and I don't think that he published much, if anything, during his visit. It was, in any case, before the "warming" of his heart at Aldersgate.
I'm fairly certain that the writer has got it wrong but don't have the full story. It demonstrates again the depths of anger among our Jewish neighbours for the ill concieved attack on Israel and Jews at our recent conference. In the current climate it would be good to nail this one. Any offers?
As far I can see see the JC correspondent was quoting just one source about which I think we need to know more.
Wesley's ill-fated visit to America was very low key and I don't think that he published much, if anything, during his visit. It was, in any case, before the "warming" of his heart at Aldersgate.
I'm fairly certain that the writer has got it wrong but don't have the full story. It demonstrates again the depths of anger among our Jewish neighbours for the ill concieved attack on Israel and Jews at our recent conference. In the current climate it would be good to nail this one. Any offers?
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