Theological Christian–Jewish dialogue in Poland remains in the shadow of the discussion on Polish–Jewish relations, not least as a result of the events that took place in Jedwabne. To paraphrase the title of one of the books published in Poland on the relations between Christians and Jews, Christian–Jewish dialogue was once overshadowed by Auschwitz, and now it is overshadowed by the tragedy that took place in Jedwabne, a small locality near the town of Łomża. It might even be said that theological issues have always been in the background, eclipsed by historical and national questions and considerations. The prevalent view is that anti-Jewish attitudes on the part of some Christians, both in the past and—despite the teachings of John Paul II and Polish bishops—at present, are determined historically and nationally. So, now Polish readers and teachers need to be provided with a solid knowledge of the history of Christian–Jewish relations. However, there is much to indicate the predominant role of theological determinants in the persistence of such attitudes. Theology and religious dialogue seem to have the potential to provide answers to the most vital questions concerning the Christian–Jewish past, as well as the future.

In discussions on the future of the Christian–Jewish dialogue a number of issues have been brought out that are regarded as requiring particular attention. Christians should concentrate their studies on the consequences of the long-established belief that there is an eternal covenant between God and the Jews. In this context the following questions need to be answered: How can Christians speak of redemption as being brought by Jesus Christ while recognizing at the same time the exceptional relationship between God and the Jews that is not connected with Christ? How can Christians define themselves as God's people and accept that the Jewish people—in the past, future, and everywhere—belong to God? How should the evangelical command to carry out missionary work be interpreted?

In Christian exegetic studies it is important to consider the issue of the typological approach to the study of the Scriptures prevalent in preaching, religious instruction, and liturgy.