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Pope Leo XIV says violence in God's name is a profanation
Catholic Intelligence Sep 28, 2026 1 min read
Pope Leo XIV said during an interreligious meeting in Metz that using the name of God to justify violence or oppression is a profanation of that name.
Speaking to representatives of various religions, the Pope stated that religions should disarm hearts and words, build peace, and protect life. He noted that engaging in dialogue does not weaken religious identity and said God never inspires actions that disfigure human dignity.
The Pope cited Robert Schuman as an example of a person who turned lines of division into bridges of hope.
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