Pope praises Indonesia’s inter-religious harmony
September 04, 2024
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CWN Editor's Note: After a courtesy visit to Indonesia’s presidential palace on September 4, Pope Francis spoke to an assembly of political leaders, complimenting them on “the mutual respect for the specific cultural, ethnic, linguistic and religious characteristics of all the groups present in Indonesia.”
Expanding on the theme of respect across religious boundaries, the Pope said that “the Church desires to increase inter-religious dialogue.” In his speech he made no reference to specifically Christian beliefs, but reminded the group that Indonesia’s constitution refers to “Almighty God and the need for his blessing.” He also mentioned that the constitution twice cites the goal of social justice.
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