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Vatican Marks 60 Years of Interfaith Dialogue; Global Faiths Reiterate Mission of Love and Peace

發稿時間：2025/11/03 11:20:57

(中央社訊息服務20251103 11:20:57)The Vatican hosted a major celebration on October 28 and 29 to mark the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate, the Church's declaration on non-Christian religions, drawing spiritual leaders from around the globe. The Museum of World Religions (MWR) Development Foundation's participation underscored Taiwan's active role in advancing global religious understanding.

Venerable Xian Yue, CEO of the MWR Development Foundation, attended the Gala and the public audience with Pope Leo XIV on behalf of MWR founder, Grand Master Hsin Tao.

Asian Wisdom and Spiritual Ecology

Grand Master Hsin Tao, who has dedicated his life to "loving the Earth and loving peace," shared his vision that ecological harmony and religious peace are intrinsically intertwined. He stressed that only through spiritual awakening can humanity truly recognize the interdependence between nature and humankind, thereby fostering respect and tolerance for all life.

He also highlighted the "University for Life and Peace" currently being planned in Myanmar, an initiative aimed at cultivating young peacemakers who translate the spirit of peace education from concept into action.

A Call for Unity and Reconciliation

On the following day in St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the world's urgent need for believers of all religions to coexist in unity and cooperation. The Pope delivered a powerful message of hope, stating: "May we never give up hope: a new world without division is possible," and concluded with a special greeting in Chinese.

Following the public audience, Venerable Xian Yue presented the Pope with a gift from the MWR, a piece incorporating imagery from ten world religions. The collective calls for peace made by religious leaders worldwide, along with Grand Master Hsin Tao's advocacy for spiritual awakening and Pope Leo XIV's emphasis on humility and prayer, all resonated deeply. This shared determination demonstrated the willingness of global religions to heal the world through their inner strength.

The Commemoration Gala for interfaith exchange, held on October 28 in the Hall of St. Paul VI at the Vatican, featured a video message from Master Hsin Tao, founder of the Museum of World Religions. (Photo courtesy of the Museum of World Religions)

The MWR's participation reinforced its mission as a key platform for cross-cultural exchange, highlighting its role in advancing interfaith dialogue and contributing to humanitarian principles of peace on a global stage.

Pope Leo XIV warmly greets and shakes hands with representatives from various religions, including Venerable Xian Yue, CEO of the Museum of World Religions Development Foundation, who represents founder Grand Master Hsin Tao. (Photo captured from Vatican News live broadcast)

(From left) Father Paulin Kubuya, Deputy Secretary-General of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, and Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad (third from left), Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, bid farewell to the MWR Development Foundation delegation led by CEO Venerable Xian Yue (third from right). (Photo courtesy of the Museum of World Religions)

Sikh Spiritual Leader Bhai Sahib Bhai Mohinder Singh Ahluwalia OBE KSG (right) poses with Venerable Xian Yue (left) in front of St. Peter's Basilica after the meeting. (Photo courtesy of the Museum of World Religions)

Rabbi David Rosen KSG CBE (left), International Director of Interreligious Affairs for the American Jewish Committee (AJC), meets with Venerable Bao Yi (right), Director of the Office of the CEO of the Museum of World Religions Development Foundation, for a friendly exchange during the event. (Photo courtesy of the Museum of World Religions)