Cardinal Peter Erdo: In the Light of Christ, We Can Better Understand the Entire World, History, and Our Destiny

Humanity today is characterized by fear and a feeling of no way forward, and it is in this seemingly chaotic situation that we must see and show the light, the cardinal said. The greatest brightness is the light of the Resurrection. It is no coincidence that during the Easter Vigil ceremony, a candle is lit from the newly consecrated fire while singing, the "Light of Christ,” the Archbishop of Esztergom-Budapest said.

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He said that of course, in history, this works only as a kind of “leaven” and brings an effect slowly. Peter Erdo also pointed out that just when we think a value like this has become widely embraced, a sudden shift can occur where people or even nations seem to turn against themselves — showing that the mystery of evil is still working deep beneath the surface.

 Peter Erdo emphasized:

after the Resurrection, Jesus sent his disciples to go out into the world and teach all peoples to observe what he commanded. We must pay attention to Jesus’ teaching — a message of love and joy — and trust that he is with us. Because after the Resurrection, he did not leave us forever; he stayed with us in the form of the Holy Spirit, in the sacraments, in his word, and in the community gathered from his disciples.

The cardinal advised us to recognize the presence of Jesus and ask for his help, and then even human relationships will become brighter and more peaceful.