Evangelical Parliamentary Front releases historic manifesto on antisemitism
Brasília, July 8, 2026 — The Apostolic House (Casa Apostólica) and the Evangelical Parliamentary Front (FPE) of the National Congress filed, in the Federal Senate and the Foreign Relations Committee, the Manifesto and Commitments of the Apostolic House to the Representatives of the Jewish Community and to Brazilian Society. The document, signed by Christian leaders from eight Brazilian states, was addressed to the Presidents of the Senate, David Alcolumbre, and the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta, as well as to the heads of the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary branches, Brazilian society, and the Jewish community.
Content and objectives of the document
The manifesto is structured into five major sections: historical confession and repentance, recognition and gratitude, declaration of principles, declaration of commitments, and a call to Brazilian society.
Confession and repentance
The signatories acknowledge the Shoah as the greatest assault on human dignity in modern history and lament that the promise of “Never Again” has not been fully upheld. The text cites the October 7, 2023 massacre, attributed to Hamas, as evidence that antisemitism remains alive. The leaders ask forgiveness from the Jewish community for omissions and reaffirm the need to repair historical and contemporary wrongs.
Recognition and gratitude
The document highlights the Jewish people’s contribution to humanity, emphasizing advances in science, medicine, philosophy, arts, and culture. It reaffirms the commitment to preserve the memory of Shoah victims and to combat all forms of intolerance and persecution.
Declaration of principles
Among its central points, the manifesto:
- Rejects all forms of antisemitism, explicit or veiled.
- Reaffirms the Jewish people’s right to self-determination and secure existence in Israel.
- Recognizes Zionism as a legitimate movement and repudiates its use as a pejorative term.
- Defends Jerusalem as a city of unique historical and spiritual significance.
- Condemns terrorism, including Hamas attacks, and expresses concern over Iran’s nuclear program.
- Urges Brazil to formally recognize organizations such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Islamic State as terrorist entities.
- Supports peace initiatives and the Abraham Accords as instruments of stability in the Middle East.
- Rejects both antisemitism and Islamophobia, defending religious freedom and mutual respect.
Education and memory in schools
One of the most significant aspects of the document is its explicit commitment to education in schools. Evangelical leaders advocate for systematic inclusion of Shoah and antisemitism studies in curricula as part of civic education for future generations.
The manifesto proposes:
- Holocaust education: incorporating serious and responsible content on the Shoah, World War II, and antisemitism into school and community programs.
- Formation of new generations: preparing children, adolescents, and young people to recognize and reject hate speech, making them aware of their responsibility to protect others.
- Institutional partnerships: promoting courses, lectures, and seminars in collaboration with Jewish institutions and memory centers, ensuring historical and pedagogical rigor.
- Review of teaching materials: correcting content that fosters stereotypes or prejudice against Jews and reinforcing the value of cultural and religious diversity.
This educational commitment is seen as essential to ensure that “Never Again” becomes a permanent practice rather than merely a historical remembrance.
Call to Brazilian society
The manifesto calls on churches, universities, schools, media outlets, political leaders, and citizens to reject antisemitism and religious intolerance, promote Shoah remembrance, and strengthen dialogue between Jewish and Christian communities.
Political and social significance
The initiative is regarded as a milestone in the dialogue between evangelical leaders and the Jewish community in Brazil. By making public and concrete commitments, the signatories aim to inspire other religious and social leaders to engage in building a culture of respect, memory, and democratic coexistence.
The manifesto emphasizes that “Never Again” must not remain only as a remembrance of the Shoah, but as a permanent commitment of present and future generations against antisemitism, terrorism, and all forms of dehumanization.
