The former Archbishop of Vienna has significantly shaped the exchange between religions for over three decades, according to IKG President Oskar Deutsch in a statement.
Star in the Vienna City Temple: Schönborn Honored by IKG
12-02-2025, 10:55
On Tuesday evening, Cardinal Christoph Schönborn was honored by the Jewish Community of Vienna (IKG) for his contributions to the Jewish-Christian dialogue with the dedication of a star in the dome of the city temple.
Schönborn Honored by the IKG
Schönborn also pointed out that Christianity is based on Jewish roots and that Jesus was Jewish. "We greatly appreciate the Cardinal for his strong commitment to interreligious exchange and for always defending and supporting the Jewish community," said Deutsch. At the same time, he noted that Schönborn, even after the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023, "has always proven to be a steadfast friend and has warned against anti-Semitism - regardless of its form - and has also actively taken initiatives."
Furthermore, Schönborn, who was invited on Tuesday as the first cardinal to a meeting of the religious board, has advocated against a ban on ritual slaughter, according to Deutsch. He has also made important contributions to addressing Christian anti-Semitism.
(APA/Red)
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