Keynote zur CEMES Opening Ceremony

"Messianic ideas of a more just society and the belief in their realization through chosen figures are rooted in traditions dating back more than two and a half millennia. Throughout this time, messianism has profoundly shaped social, political, cultural, and religious dynamics, and it continues to exert a powerful influence on contemporary thought. Its enduring historical presence is mirrored by a remarkable cross-cultural diffusion that extends far beyond the boundaries of Jewish and Christian traditions, encompassing regional, national, and global constellations. Messianic discourses increasingly appear in economic and ecological contexts, especially in times of crisis. These conceptual patterns play a critical role in addressing major political challenges and shaping future developments.

Since commencing its work in April 2026, the Käte Hamburger Center for Studies in Messianism (CEMES) at Julius-Maximilians-Universität has reached an important milestone: in November 2026, the Center will welcome its first cohort of Fellows. We are pleased to mark this occasion by inviting you to the opening ceremony, which will take place on November 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Audimax of the Neue Universität (Sanderring 2, 97070 Würzburg)."

Anrechenbar für GSiK für die Zusatzqualifikation "Interkulturelle Kompetenz" in dem Bereich A.