Cardinal Bea

Cardinal Augustin Bea (1881–1968) was a prominent German Jesuit theologian and cardinal who played a critical role in the drafting of Nostra Aetate, the Vatican II declaration that transformed the Catholic Church's approach to interfaith relations, particularly with Judaism. His advocacy for dialogue and understanding among different religions was essential in reshaping the Church's stance on anti-Semitism and fostering a culture of encounter.