Possible removal of biblical inscription and cross from Berlin Palace causes controversy
Here is the case:
The Berlin Palace was rebuilt as a historical building, following a decision by the Bundestag (German parliament), and since 2020 it has been the headquarters of the Humboldt Forum.
During the reconstruction, it was discussed whether the cross and the inscription on the dome should also be rebuilt in their original form.
The inscription, chosen by the Prussian king Friedrich Wilhelm IV in the 19th century, combines two Bible verses, Acts 4:12 and Philippians 2:10.
It states: “There is salvation in no other, nor is there any other name given to men, but in the name of Jesus, to the glory of God the Father. That in the name of Jesus all the knees of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth should bow”.
Possible removal of biblical inscription and cross from Berlin Palace causes controversy
“We do not see it as an attack on religious freedom”, said the German Evangelical Alliance. Minister of State for Culture propose to cover the Bible verse with “reflecting texts”.
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