Conference of European Rabbis

The Conference of European Rabbis (CER) is the Leading Rabbinical Alliance in Europe, Uniting More than 800 Jewish Communities. Led by @ChiefRabbiPG

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Paris isn’t just the City of Light — it’s also the Jewish capital of Europe. 🇫🇷✡️

Hear Chief Rabbi @MocheLewin, VP of the @EuropeanRabbis, share why France is home to Europe’s largest Jewish community — and why Paris may be the world’s ultimate kosher food destination.

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“The Jewish religion is not extrinsic, but in a certain way intrinsic to our own religion. Therefore, we have a relationship which we do not have with any other religion. You are our dearly beloved brothers, and, in a certain way, it can be said that you are our elder brothers.” — Pope John Paul II 🇻🇦

These historic words reflected a profound step forward in Catholic–Jewish relations, emphasizing shared heritage, mutual respect, and interfaith understanding. The message remains a powerful reminder of the importance of dialogue, reconciliation, and human fraternity.

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A routine hospital visit turned into a life-changing discovery.

Hear Rabbi Mattias Amster of Stockholm, Sweden 🇸🇪 share the remarkable moment he revealed unexpected news to the doctor who helped deliver his son — news that deeply changed the way she saw herself.

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A story hidden for decades. A moment between life and death. A message of Jewish courage.

Hear from Rabbi Naftali Schiff from 🇬🇧 share the extraordinary Holocaust story behind “Undeniable” — and why standing proud as Jews remains the strongest response to antisemitism today.

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This week, Strasbourg Chief Rabbi Abraham Weill met CER’s Daniel Höltgen to prepare for the CER Standing Committee meeting at the @Europarl_EN and the @COE later this year. 🇪🇺

Key discussions will focus on rising antisemitism, the security of Jewish communities, and protecting freedom of religious practice.

Thank you to former MEP Bernd Posselt for supporting this important initiative.

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An intense stare. A crowded train. An unforgettable moment.

Hear Rabbi Yaakov Gabay of Geneva, Switzerland 🇨🇭 share a powerful real-life encounter that began with a stare across the train carriage — and ended with a surprising connection.

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According to @GadyGronich, Chief Executive of the Conference of @EuropeanRabbis (CER):

“The decision to bring Yad Vashem to Germany, with educational centers in Munich and Leipzig, sends a strong and historic signal. For Bavaria, this is, above all, a momentous day. With this move, the Bavarian State Government demonstrates unequivocally that it is serious about protecting and fostering Jewish life—not merely in words, but through concrete educational and commemorative work.

Particularly in a time of growing antisemitic threats, education is the decisive key. Those who understand history safeguard the future. These centers will help raise awareness of the Shoah and our society’s responsibility regarding it, to the next generation, ensuring that history never repeats itself.

In recent years, Munich has evolved into one of the most significant focal points of Jewish life in Europe, serving notably as the seat and headquarters of the Conference of European Rabbis. The fact that Yad Vashem will henceforth have a presence here underscores Munich’s special significance for Jewish life, commemorative culture, and educational work throughout Europe. We look forward to this new addition to Munich and to close future cooperation with Yad Vashem.”

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This week, @YadVashem announced plans to open two centers in Germany, dedicated to advancing Holocaust education for Germans and the broader European public. The Conference of @EuropeanRabbis warmly welcomes this important initiative.

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We proudly launched our newest Young Rabbis Cohort, bringing together emerging rabbinic leaders from across Europe.

It marks an important step in strengthening Jewish communities through leadership development, collaboration, and a shared vision for the future of Jewish life in Europe.

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The Synagogue Löwenstrasse in Zurich 🇨🇭🕍 reflects the depth and continuity of Jewish civic and cultural life in Switzerland.

Opened in 1884, it was built for the Israelitische Cultusgemeinde Zürich and remains one of the largest synagogues in the country. Its Moorish Revival design, with elegant arches and ornate detailing, reflects both European architectural trends and Jewish artistic tradition.

Today, it continues to serve as a center of worship and community, representing the stability, continuity, and cultural richness of Jewish life in Zurich.

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It is our sacred duty to teach the next generation what’s at stake if democracy is lost.

As Jewish tradition reminds us, we repeat the story of liberation every morning and evening because freedom can never be taken for granted.

Democracy, too, must be remembered and protected.

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On Shavuot, we recall the moment at Sinai when we stood as one people and received the Torah. 📜

May this festival of revelation inspire us to deepen our learning, strengthen our communities, and walk in the light of our tradition.

Chag Shavuot Sameach!

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On the eve of the festival of #Shavuot, when the Jewish people celebrate the giving of the Torah and its enduring moral values, Israeli Minister @ItamarBenGvir acted in a manner that betrayed those very principles and further fueled antisemitism against Jews around the world.

While the protestors are condemnable in their own right, Minister Ben-Gvir’s actions were unacceptable. Full stop.

Read the Conference of @EuropeanRabbis’ full statement condemning Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s actions.

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Chag Shavuot Sameach! ✡️

Today we celebrate Shavuot, marking the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai—when the Jewish people stood united as one.

More than history, it reminds us that Torah is both a gift and a responsibility, guiding us toward justice, compassion, and lifelong learning.

May this Shavuot inspire renewal, faith, and purpose. Zman Matan Torateinu!

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Three killed in a vile hate crime at San Diego’s Islamic Center. Pure evil. Thoughts with the victims, their families, and the entire Muslim community. Enough with the hatred!

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“The Jews are a part of the Danish nation. We have no Jewish problem in our country because we never had an inferiority complex in relation to the Jews.

If the Jews are forced to wear the yellow Star, I and my whole family shall wear it as a badge of honor.” — Christian X of Denmark 📷

This powerful statement symbolizes solidarity and moral courage in the face of persecution, reflecting Denmark’s historic commitment to protecting its Jewish community and upholding human dignity.

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A quiet synagogue. The sound of children. One powerful lesson.

Hear Chief Rabbi Joav Melchior of Oslo, Norway 🇳🇴 share a touching story from his first Shabbat in Oslo — and how a Holocaust survivor changed his understanding of the future of Jewish life.

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Before Saturday’s 70th-anniversary grand final in Vienna, @ChiefRabbiPG, the president of the @EuropeanRabbis, said of people protesting against the Israeli contestant: “This isn’t activism. It’s blood libel with glitter. Jews aren’t safe because of you.”

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Boycotts and protests against Israel competing in the @Eurovision Song Contest are putting Jewish people in Europe in danger, senior rabbis said. https://t.co/jbPq1tVOqW