The skullcap worn by an Israeli youth when he was attacked on the streets of Berlin will become an exhibit at Berlin’s Jewish Museum. Now that skullcap will go on display at the Jewish Museum of Berlin in an effort by museum officials to respond in a more timely way to those events influencing contemporary life. Triggering dialogue and solidarityThe kippa was worn by an Arab Israeli visiting Berlin in April; he had worn the skullcap although he is not Jewish in an attempt to prove it was not dangerous to wear one in Berlin. Read more: Video of alleged anti-Semitic attack in Berlin sparks outrageThe provocation came at a time when anti-Semitism was on the minds of many in Germany. In response to the confrontation, a demonstration of solidarity was coordinated and thousands of Berliners met on April 25, 2018 for the action "Berlin wears Kippa."

Source: Daily News Egypt May 29, 2018 15:56 UTC