160th anniversary of Metropolitan Andrei Sheptytskyi

The Central Synagogue of Ukraine hosted a commemorative event dedicated to the 160th anniversary of Metropolitan Andrei Sheptytskyi

This name is well known to many Jews and those who appreciate humanity and courage. Metropolitan Andrei Sheptytskyi is a minister of the Greek Catholic Church, who during the Second World War, saved hundreds of Jewish children - risking everything, including his own life. He fought against hatred and the cult of extermination of Jews, even writing letters to the Pope. He hated Nazism with all his heart and understood perfectly well what this ideology could lead mankind to

At this event, we not only honored his memory with words and remembrances, we also unveiled a commemorative plaque on the chestnut tree planted in his honor near the synagogue

The event was attended by representatives of different denominations, in particular the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, diplomats, scientists and well-known public figures. All those who realise the importance of the figure of Metropolitan Sheptytskyi, especially in our dark times