Fascination with the Old Testament: Discover Ruth Kohn's art in Passau!

Fascination with the Old Testament: Discover Ruth Kohn's art in Passau!

On Thursday, May 8th, at 5:30 p.m., an extraordinary after work tour with the artist Ruth Kohn will take place in the University Church of St. Nikola in Passau. This event is in collaboration with the Diocese of Passau, the Department of Catholic Theology at the University of Passau and the Catholic Student Community of Passau (KSG).

Ruth Kohn, born in 1937 in Trebusice/Czech Republic, presents her impressive works in the exhibition “Pictures of the Old Testament”. This exhibition can be seen on loan in the University Church of St. Nikola and offers visitors the opportunity to delve deeply into the stories of the Old Testament. Her paintings and drawings are created on large wooden panels and are supplemented by biblical texts presented in Hebrew, Czech and German. The works of art are displayed in the side chapels and on the west wall of the church, creating an impressive atmosphere.

Exhibition opening and guided tours

Ruth Kohn's artistic work has already been recognized with several awards. For example, on November 17, 2023, she received the honorary award from the Rottal-Inn district in Arnstorf, and a laudation was given by Dr. Volker Ziegert held. Your works can not only be admired in Passau; they were also presented in international settings, such as at the opening in Paris on April 30, 2024, where the exhibition was on view from May 1 to 26, 2024.

Anyone interested must register for the after work tour. This must be sent to the email address at least one day in advance Mentorat@bistum-passau.de take place. If you have any questions, Nicola Jacobi and Barbara Weinert are available on the telephone numbers +49 851 509-1434 and +49 851 509-1450.

Invitation to the vernissage and program items

The official opening of the exhibition in the Nikolaikirche Passau took place on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6 p.m. At this vernissage, guests were able to experience a conversation between the artist Ruth Kohn and the moderator Katrin Jordan, who is press spokesperson for the University of Passau. The event was accompanied by music by David Kohn, Charlotte Birchinger and Brigitte Erl. The exhibition will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until October 26, 2024.

There is great interest in Ruth Kohn's work, and the upcoming tour on May 8th represents an excellent opportunity to learn more about the connections between her images and the biblical stories. The event promises to be an inspiring combination of art and theology that will appeal to both art lovers and those interested in religion.