Cardinal Cleemis Releases Malayalam Translation of Pope Francis’ Encyclical “Dilexit Nos” on Behalf of KCBC

The Malayalam translation of Pope Francis’ encyclical “Dilexit Nos” (“He Loved Us”), centred on the Sacred Heart of Jesus, was officially released on Sunday by His Eminent Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos, the Major Archbishop-Catholicos of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church and President of the Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council (KCBC).

The launch ceremony witnessed the presence of Rev. Fr. Peter Chakiath OCD, Provincial of the OCD Malabar Province, and Fr. James Alakkuzhiyil OCD, the translator and Director of Carmel Publish House. Rev. Fr. Thomas Kurishingal OCD also graced the event.

A Call to Restore the Heart of the World

In his fourth encyclical, “Dilexit Nos,” Pope Francis urges humanity to reclaim its heart in a world losing its essence due to war, socio-economic inequalities, and the overwhelming growth of technology. The Pope highlights that recovering the divine and human love of Christ can address these challenges and inspire transformation.

This profound encyclical, released on 24 October 2024, seeks to remind a troubled world that the Sacred Heart of Christ is the remedy for its afflictions. Pope Francis emphasises that love and compassion must be central in addressing the brokenness of our times.

Pope Francis’ Other Encyclicals

The release of “Dilexit Nos” marks Pope Francis’ fourth encyclical. His previous documents include:

• “Lumen Fidei” (The Light of Faith) – 2013
• “Laudato Si” (Praise Be to You) – 2015
• “Fratelli Tutti” (We Are All Brothers) – 2020

These works collectively guide the faithful toward living in harmony with their faith, fellow beings, and the environment.

The Malayalam translation, titled “Avan Namme Snehichu” (He Loved Us), promises to bring the encyclical’s rich spiritual message closer to the faithful in Kerala, fostering a deeper connection to the Sacred Heart of Christ and its profound love for humanity.