Catechesis in relation to Judaism

199. Special attention needs to be given to catechesis in relation to the Jewish religion. (¹⁰²) Indeed "when she delves into her own mystery, the Church, the People of God in the New Covenant, discovers her links with the Jewish People, the first to hear the word of God". (¹⁰³)

"Religious instruction, catechesis, and preaching should not form only towards objectivity, justice and tolerance but also in understanding and dialogue. Both of our traditions are too closely related to be able to ignore each other. It is necessary to encourage a reciprocal consciousness at all levels". (¹⁰⁴) In particular, an objective of catechesis should be to overcome every form of anti-semitism. (¹⁰⁵)