Anglican Archbishop calls for condemnation of antisemitism

Archbishop Sarah Mullally. Photo: Mullally's Facebook

Anglican Archbishop Sarah Mullally expressed solidarity with British Jews amid a sharp rise in antisemitic violence. The hierarch visited religious schools and charitable centers in the Finchley area to support a community that has faced a series of attacks, Christian Today reports.

“This is not a problem for the Jewish community to solve. It’s on all of us – every single member of our society,” Mullally stressed. She urged citizens to openly condemn and resist all manifestations of antisemitism “without hesitation or qualification.” According to her, the work of the Jewish community – from healthcare to education – embodies the country’s finest values and enriches it.

The archbishop’s visit came after a series of incidents: the killing of two people at a Manchester synagogue, stabbings in Golders Green, and arson attacks on ambulances belonging to a Jewish volunteer service.

Rabbis Josh and Charlie, who hosted the visitor, called her arrival “a powerful act of solidarity and care” at a time when "loud voices" are trying to deepen divisions between religious groups. They expressed hope that the gesture would serve as an example of respect and cooperation among different faiths for the common good.

As the UOJ reported, the British King agreed to become patron of an organization protecting Jews. The consolidation of efforts by the monarchy and the leadership of the Anglican Church reflects the desire of Britain’s traditional institutions to preserve interfaith dialogue and protect public order in the face of growing radicalism.

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