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Norwegian Bishops Issue Statement on Christian Zionism

December 1, 2020

In October 2020, the twelve-member Bishops Conference of the Church of Norway issued a statement decisively rejecting Christian Zionism on theological grounds. The bishops took into consideration the issues of Old Testament interpretation, theological determinism, the history of the Holy Land, and human rights. In the same declaration, they expressed a desire to work with Jewish leaders to contribute to the advancement of justice and peace for all residents of the Holy Land.

Church of Norway, a member of the Lutheran World Federation since 1947, is the largest church in Norway, with 73% of the population being baptized members. This church has been admired for its involvement in human rights, including its courageous actions in opposition to Nazi attempts to dominate the church during World War II. On Easter Sunday 1942, church leaders issued a​ bold​ statement entitled "Foundation of the Church," after which many pastors were imprisoned or killed. Today the Church of Norway continues its tradition of active concern for human rights.

To read the statement (click here): Statement of Norwegian Bishops.