Jean-Louis Pierre Tauran

Jean-Louis Pierre Tauran was a prominent French cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his significant contributions to interfaith dialogue and ecclesiastical diplomacy. Born on April 5, 1943, he served as the President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue and played a key role in promoting relations between the Catholic Church and other religions. Tauran was also influential in the Vatican's outreach efforts, especially during significant events like the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi. He became the camerlengo, or chamberlain, of the Holy Roman Church in 2014, a position he held until his death in 2018. His commitment to fostering understanding among different faiths made him a respected figure within the Church and beyond.