In the midst of growing concerns over antisemitism in Britain, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, has expressed her solidarity with the Jewish community. Her declaration comes in light of increasing violent incidents targeting Jews in the UK.
Recent events have highlighted the severity of the situation. October last year saw a tragic car and knife attack on a synagogue in Manchester, resulting in the deaths of two Jewish individuals. More recently, two Jews suffered stab wounds in Golders Green, and there have been several arson attacks on Jewish-associated sites. In one such incident, four ambulances operated by a Jewish volunteer emergency service were set ablaze in March.
During her visit to Jewish centers and schools in Finchley, the Archbishop praised the Jewish community for their contributions to society. “From charity work and healthcare, to education and the arts, your flourishing community enriches society and embodies the best values of this country,” she stated.
Addressing the issue of antisemitism, Mullally emphasized, “This is not a problem for the Jewish community to solve. It’s on all of us – every single member of our society – to call out antisemitism whenever we see it, and to oppose it without hesitation or qualification.”
Her sentiments were warmly received by Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Charley, who hosted the Archbishop. They remarked, “We are living through a time when loud voices are trying to deepen divisions between communities, and especially between faith communities.
“To have the Archbishop of Canterbury with us at such a moment was a powerful act of solidarity and care. Her presence meant a great deal at a time of rising antisemitism, and we are grateful for her clear support and willingness to stand with our community.”
The rabbis also expressed hope that Mullally’s visit would inspire interfaith respect and collaboration for the greater good.
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