Christians, Jews and Muslims came together to hear from speakers of the different faiths and then eat a meal together – when the sun had gone down – with Muslims opening their fast.
Hosted in St John’s Synagogue in North London, guests were assigned to a round table and encouraged to ask each other about their different traditions.
It was the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, whom many were excited to hear from. His speech focused on the message of unity, saying that is the core of the three faiths. He referenced Jesus’ answer about the most important commandment being ‘Love thy neighbour’.
Also speaking were the new Bishop of London, Rt Rev Sarah Mullaly, Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis and Cardinal Vincent Nicholls.
Speaking to Premier after his speech, Khan said: “The wisdom in those three speakers is phenomenal and what’s great is the humility, to go round the room and listen to young people.”
“You’ve got three of the most senior religious people in this country giving their words of wisdom but also listening to young people.”
When asked if there was more of an openness towards religion than the previous generation he said: “Politicians of my generation thought it was to taboo to talk about religion and your faith – I don’t think it is.
“Actually, faith comes from organised religion, but it comes from other things as well. And so I think we shouldn’t be embarrassed…
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