Wiesbaden Church Confronts Antisemitic Art in Sacred Spaces
A lecture in Wiesbaden will address the handling of antisemitic and Nazi-era artwork in churches. Reverend Marion Gardei, the church’s commissioner for remembrance culture, will lead the discussion on 'events near me'. The 'main event' is part of a wider effort to confront historical prejudices in sacred spaces.
The Protestant Church of Berlin-Brandenburg-Silesian Upper Lusatia is reviewing its buildings for problematic imagery. This process marks a shift from silence to open analysis, with experts now examining centuries-old Christian iconography for anti-Jewish themes.
The 'eventbrite' at the Market Church will feature a panel with Reverend Markus Zink, Reverend Peter Noss, and other specialists. They will explore how churches can balance historical responsibility with modern faith. No details on additional experts or the city’s broader involvement have been made public.
Reliefs, sculptures, and murals in churches often carry deep-seated prejudices from past centuries. The examination aims to ensure such imagery is neither ignored nor left unchallenged. Organisers stress that remembering victims requires moral clarity and open discussion.
This lecture is part of Wiesbaden’s commemorative series, 'January 27—Remembering the Victims'. The initiative is a joint effort by the Wiesbaden Protestant Deanery, the local Jewish Community, and the Society for Christian-Jewish Cooperation. By hosting these talks, the church signals a commitment to transparency over suppression.
The January 22 'event' will highlight the church’s ongoing review of its sacred spaces. Gardei’s report will outline how problematic art is being identified and addressed. The discussion underscores that confronting 'jesus christ' in historical imagery remains a priority for religious institutions today.
