20 years of Jewish life in Hanau: a festival despite anti -Semitism!

20 years of Jewish life in Hanau: a festival despite anti -Semitism!

On April 30, 2025, the Jewish community in Hanau celebrated a special milestone: the 20th anniversary of its re -establishment. The celebrations that took place in Congress Park Hanau attracted around 300 guests-both Jewish and non-Jewish people. Among those present was the Hessian Minister of Culture Armin Schwarz, who in his speech emphasized the need for a determined approach to anti -Semitism.

The celebrations included a rich program with music, dances and an impressive night procession. A significant part of the ceremony was the inauguration of a new goal role, which was traditionally written by a Ukrainian hand. This was ceremoniously carried to the synagogue under a wedding roof. The new goal was financed by donations by a Catholic and an Evangelical parish as well as the Society for Christian-Jewish Cooperation.

The history of the Jewish community in Hanau

The Jewish community in Hanau has a rich story that goes back to 1350 when the first community was destroyed by the plague pogroms. A second municipality was founded in 1603, but this was also dissolved by the National Socialists in 1942. The revival of the community in the 1990s was a direct episode of the immigration of Jews from the former Soviet Union and represents the continued existence of a Tradition of over 400. The Hanau Jews were part of the Jewish community of Offenbach before their independence. Future events were also announced as part of the anniversary celebration, including exhibitions in the Neustädter town hall as well as readings and lectures that should continue to raise public awareness of the public.

The importance of the anniversary

The celebrations not only celebrate the history and today's life of the Jewish community, but also set an important sign of the visibility of Jewish life in the region. Managing Director Oliver Dainow emphasized that this visibility is of great importance despite increasing anti -Semitism in Germany. The procession to inaugurate the new goal role was protected by the police with patrol cars and buses, which illustrates the current challenges with which Jewish life is faced.

The Jewish community in Hanau sees itself not only as part of the city, but as an important contribution to the multicultural identity of the region. The celebrations and future programs are intended to strengthen the relations between Jewish and non-Jewish citizens.

The sympathy and the support from various social and religious groups show that interconfessional cooperation plays a leading role in combating prejudices and anti -Semitism. At a time when anti-Semitism increases again, the commitment to memory and educational work is becoming increasingly important.

For the community, the anniversary is not only a review of the past 20 years, but also a perspective on a hopeful future that is characterized by mutual respect and communication. The Jewish community of Hanau thus sets a strong sign of diversity and tolerance in social cooperation.

Borkener Zeitung reports that the Jewish community in Hanau is still a lively part of the city even after 20 years. The Ekkw emphasizes the common tradition and future celebrations. The relevance of Jewish history is also dealt with in the analysis of the attitudes towards Jewish life in Germany at Israelogie , which contributes to the extensive consideration of the current challenges.