Unveiling the Church's Role in Safeguarding Jews Amidst Nazi Persecution

The Pontifical Biblical Institute has uncovered never-before-seen documents revealing how Catholic institutions in Rome provided shelter to Jews during the Nazi occupation in the 1940s. The discovery includes a list of religious congregations that offered refuge, along with the names of over 4,300 individuals, 3,200 of whom were conclusively identified as Jews. The documents shed light on the efforts made by Catholic institutions to safeguard Jewish lives during this perilous time. The complete document is currently restricted, but it was unveiled at a workshop in Rome, offering a glimpse into the untold stories hidden within its pages.