Re: Der Papst stirbt
Geschrieben von Parivadi das am 04. April 2005 13:53:45:
Als Antwort auf: Der Papst stirbt geschrieben von Bhaktin Geli am 01. April 2005 22:20:09:
Hier ist die Stellungnahme der ISKCON zum Verscheiden des Papstes. Es zeigt auf, dass wir nicht daran interessiert sind, unnötige Dualitäten zwischen den Angehörigen der Bhakti-Pfade zu schaffen.
Euer Diener
Parivadi das
We are saddened by the passing of His Holiness Pope John Paul II and offer
our condolences to our Catholic friends worldwide along with our heartfelt
wishes that they find joy and strength in remembrance of his selfless
service to God
The passing of John Paul II is a great loss not only to the Roman Catholic
Church, but to all people of faith. As a religious leader, Pope John Paul II
fought for his principles as vigorously as he practised them, giving strong,
meaningful guidance to his Church. We pray that these qualities of
leadership and commitment will continue to serve as an example to all.
As a Vaishnava community, we are especially thankful for the Pope's firm yet
compassionate defence of the dignity and sanctity of human life, his sincere
appeal for the protection of the oppressed and weak, and for his call to the
younger generation to seek purpose in life through devotion to God.
We also honour His Holiness's call for dialogue between faiths and between
churches within his own Christian faith. He affirmed the Catholic Church's
commitment to the spirit of building sincere relationships with others
without compromising the Church's unique sense of mission and witness. As
with so many aspects of his life, he achieved this with courage and
humility.
Pope John Paul II was a man who preached strongly, practiced humbly, and
acted compassionately. He and the Roman Catholic Church are in our prayers.
--Sent to the Pontifical Council of Inter-Religious Affairs on behalf of the
International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) by
Anuttama Dasa
ISKCON Governing Body Commissioner
Minister of Communications
Shaunaka Rishi Das
Chair, ISKCON Interfaith Commission