Historical tombstone from 1387 returns to Graz synagogue

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An important event for the Jewish community in Graz was celebrated on Tuesday. In the Graz synagogue, the ceremonial handover of one of the oldest Jewish artifacts took place in the city - the tombstone of Reb Nissim. This valuable piece, dated 1387, was previously exhibited in the Graz castle, where it was for a long time emblazoned on an outer wall of Karlsbau.

The gravestone originally comes from the cemetery of the medieval Jewish community, which at that time had around 200 members and was in the area of ​​today's Joanneumring. Elie Rosen, President of the Israelite cultural community for the federal states of Salzburg, Styria and Carinthia, described the return of this tombstone as an important step; After centuries, this important cultural and religious relic could now return to the lap of the Jewish community. This return is not only an act of justice, but also a memory of the rich history of Jewish culture in the region.

an important cultural contribution

The return of the tombstone was supported by Governor Christopher Drexler, who highlighted the medieval Jewish culture as an important part of Styria. He emphasized the responsibility that everyone bears to counter anti -Semitism and protect the historical heritage. Such a commitment promotes understanding and acceptance among the different cultures of Styria.

From now on, the tombstone will be part of the exhibition "Jewish Graz - Past, Present and Future", which is housed in the Graz synagogue. Another important exhibit of this collection, the oldest tombstone, which is dated 1304 and represents the tombstone of the Zipporah, can already be seen there. In the meantime, a replica of the Reb Nissim Gravestone is issued in the Graz castle, so that this part of the story will continue to be remembered.

The handover of this important artifact is a clear sign of respect for Jewish history in Graz and shows how important it is to deal with the past. The return of the tombstone is therefore not only an act of recognition, but also a step towards a stronger relevance of Jewish culture in today's society. More information on this topic can be found here .