This research analyzes how Peter the Venerable shaped medieval Christian identity through anti-Jewish writings. Beyond logical argument, his texts evoke emotional responses to reinforce division. By examining their influence, the study traces early foundations of antisemitism and highlights how rhetoric shaped interreligious relations and enduring prejudice.

This research examines how early modern German societies debated human identity through cases of atypical bodies. Religious, legal, and medical perspectives intersected to define personhood and normality. These historical debates shaped rights and inclusion, offering insights into contemporary bioethics and how societies determine what it means to be human.