WARNING: The graphic images below are not gratuitous, but to firmly state that the atrocities against the Jewish people are documented, provable, and indisputable.

In a world where truth seems increasingly elusive, history stands as a sanctuary of undeniable facts. Yet, surprisingly, there are those who continue to challenge even the most profoundly irrefutable events. As the Jewish people, we've faced not only unthinkable atrocities but also those who deny that such horrors ever took place. This is not a new problem; it's a recurring challenge we must confront head-on.

The Holocaust: A Testimony We Can't Ignore

It's been over 80 years since the Holocaust, a period when six million Jews were systematically murdered. We lost many of our own family that we never got to meet. That same loss and pain still resonates through the stories of survivors with countless museums preserving artifacts, and haunting images that immortalize the horror. Yet, shockingly, Holocaust denial remains a dark corner of our world today. It's not a denial based on a lack of evidence, but rather an attempt to erase the truth so there is a clean slate to promote hatred.

The October 7, 2023 Attack: A New Age of Denial

Fast-forward to today, and we find ourselves dealing with a new, haunting kind of denial. The Hamas attack in Southern Israel on October 7, 2023, led to the deaths of more than 1,400 Israelis, with more than 200 hostages still unaccounted for. Despite abundant documentation—camera crews, eyewitnesses, and even the terrorists themselves—a sinister narrative is spreading: that this never happened. Anti-Israel rallies worldwide are not just protesting the state, they're trying to erase a painful chapter in Jewish history. It's a campaign that is inspired by darker forces, aimed at suppressing the truth and negating the suffering of countless families.

We are at a point in time where the world must unite against terrorism, and America should set the tone. There is nothing to be contested here as to who is the cause of the horror we have witnessed in the last two weeks. All the protesters you are seeing in the streets of America, on college campuses, in large cities around the country and around the world should be aware of who is creating the trouble. The Hamas charter states that every Jew on earth must be killed. This is unmitigated evil.

The attack on Israel has nothing to do with land or a Palestinian state. That has been offered three times in the last 20 years and has been turned down every time. We have just learned of a report that the current administration just gave $34Million dollars to UNRWA. This is an organization that educates children at an early age to hate and murder Jews.

The United States should stop funding Iran, UNRWA, and the Palestinian Authority that teaches murder. They are after the Jews now, but they will be coming after Christians next and any other non-Muslims. You should know that we are at risk in the United States with open borders. We are allowing radicals to enter the US from Syria, Iraq, Libya, and even China. The world needs to understand and stop denying, and stop blaming Israel.

Yad Vashem: The Pillar of Memory

In Jerusalem's heart stands Yad Vashem, established in 1953 as "the Jewish people’s living memorial to the Holocaust." “Yad” literally means “hand”, but it also can mean “monument”, such as “Yad Absalom”, a monument that Absalom built for himself so that people would remember him, since he died childless. “Shem” literally means “name”, but in this context it means “memorial”.

It’s based on the language of the Biblical verse (Isaiah 56:5):

“Even unto them will I give in My house and within My walls a monument and a memorial better than sons and daughters; I will give them an everlasting memorial, that shall not be cut off.”

The importance of remembrance isn't just a social responsibility - it's a spiritual one. The Bible provides a perspective on this, as stated in Isaiah 56:1, "Thus says the Lord: 'Keep justice, and do righteousness, for soon my salvation will come, and my righteousness be revealed.'"

Inside Yad Vashem is a room holding binders that list the names of those killed in the Holocaust. This room serves as a powerful tribute. In the Jewish mindset, a safeguard to ensure that each victim is more than just a statistic. They are remembered, each name a lasting call to never forget. That is commendable, and we agree. We should never forget. The Bible continuously tells us to remember. It also tells us to return (Jeremiah 3:14-15, 21-22).

A Crucial Pause for Reflection

We've been exploring some serious topics about the end times and the challenging experiences that will confront the covenant people of God. Think of Paul's warning in 2 Thessalonians 2:3–4, which cautions against a "man of sin" who opposes God and claims divinity for himself. In parallel, Isaiah 5:20 states, "Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil."

Today, we witness bewildering events that make us question our moral compass. Recent acts against the State of Israel, for instance, have been shared worldwide. But instead of unanimous outrage, we see a perplexing range of responses—some even justifying or celebrating these horrific acts. Could this be the beginning of the distorted thinking meant to challenge God's people?

The Importance of Clinging to Truth

In such times, the words of Jesus from Matthew 24:4 echo loudly: "Take heed that no man deceive you." A confusing moral landscape is one of the signs Jesus warned us about, emphasizing the importance of clinging to the Word of God. That said, the weight of our responsibility to remember and disseminate the truth cannot be overstated.

So, what's our takeaway here? With early signs of distorted thinking appearing before our very eyes, we must be even more committed to our duties as followers of the faith. After all, as it says in Proverbs 4:7, "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding."

The Imperative to Remember and Share

The audacity of denial - be it of the Holocaust or recent attacks - tests our commitment to truth. But it also presents an opportunity. An opportunity to reaffirm our resolve to remember and educate. We can fight denial with the testimonies of survivors and with physical monuments that stand as enduring reminders of our past. In doing that, we should also remember that God constantly calls us to return to Him.

The Bible predicts another Holocaust will come. We are grieved to note that the Holocaust of WWII was horrible beyond words, with one third of the world's Jewish population perishing. Yet, another Holocaust looms at the end of the age, with the loss of twice as many Jewish lives (two thirds) as lost in the second world war. This is in the Hebrew Scriptures in the book of Zechariah (13:8), before the remnant will call upon the Lord and he will answer them: “I will say, ‘they are my people’; and they will say, ‘The Lord is my God’” (v.9).

Taking a Stand for Truth: Our Generational Calling

As we navigate a world awash with misinformation, let us draw strength from our history and the divine covenant to stand for the truth. We can't afford to let lies fester; we owe it to those who have suffered. For the sake and salvation of those under attack, it's our responsibility in this generation to know the truth, share the truth, and stand for the truth. We have been called for such a time as this.

The pillar of memory, epitomized by Yad Vashem, stands tall and unyielding, reminding us that we, too, must stand - against all odds. We are the storytellers of today, responsible for sharing the truths of yesterday. Let's embrace this role with the sincerity and urgency it demands. Because in the end, history will remember, and so will God. We must remember and, therefore, we must tell the story.

• A brief history of Holocaust denial and distortion