RESURGENCE OF NAZIS IN GERMAN, ITS NOT OVER YET FOR JEWS

Book Review 

Mukesh Devrari

Eldad Beck’s new book ‘Germany, at odds’ reminds us about the resurgence of German nationalism in the 21^st century. German patriotism and racial nationalism, popularly known as Nazism, posed a threat to humanity in the 20^th century. Germans would like to forget about their troubling history. It reminds them of their barbarity and unconscious brutal tendencies.

This book yet again proves that Nazi ideology did not end with the suicide of Adolf Hitler and hanging of many of his associates. Hitler was an elected leader. He came to power through democracy. When Jews were killed in concentration camps and pulled on roads from their houses like cattle, the German population remained silent. In connivance with their leaders, German population attempted extermination of Jews from the face of the earth.

Now, almost 75 years after the end of the Second World War, Germans are trying to forget their past. They are attempting to embark on a path leading to Aryan patriotism and moderate nationalism. Still the hatred for Israel and Jews in Germany are shocking. It shows the deep-rooted prejudices among the Germans who have failed in accepting the German Jews as their own. Glimpses of hatred towards Jews is visible in the criticism of Israel.

It is impossible for any society to purge deep indoctrination completely. Pride in skin colour and nation, particularly in Germany does not bow well for world peace and stability. The German government is good at managing public relations. It has successfully covered rising right-wing nationalism in daily life.

It is the obligation of Israelis living in Germany to keep a check on rising anti-Semitism. They must constantly remind people about the result of the potential of simmering hatred in Germany for others. Once Germans denuded Jews of their dignity and life. The same could happen again. If Neo-Nazis succeeded in capturing power. They will attempt to achieve the objectives of Hitler through other methods. 

This book shares plenty of details about life in Germany and the behaviour of Germans towards others. It is horrible to read that Germans encourage Jews who abuse interests of Israel and its right to exist. This book is a solid contribution by someone who cares and loves his people. In addition, this book is also committed to the idea that rising Nazi tendencies must be curbed before it gets too late. Cases mentioned in the book makes it clear that democratic traditions and the concept of racial equality only exists on the surface of German society. It is a thin and outermost layer. Germans still believe in racial superiority, but they would not show their true colours, as it will be politically incorrect.

The newfound love in Germany for the Palestinian cause is a result of hatred for Jews and Israel. It is also an attempt to advance German interests in Arab countries. Collective guilt in Germany will keep German society in the right direction. It will be horrible to forget what this nation of murderers can do to others. There is no way to punish the multitude. In a radical society, a small section will be radical and do the dirty work. Others will dilute it by denying the hidden support for such attempts. 

No matter how hard Germans try, they cannot get rid of their past. Rather than guilt, it should always guide the German nation like a lighthouse and set its priorities for the future. Horrible German past can be the strength of its people. Attempts to deny or diminish it will be a great disservice to the victims of Nazi Germany.  

Germany is treading on a dangerous path.

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