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Kerala Musicians Captivate Vatican Audience with Spiritual Anthem
30 Oct
Summary
- Kerala artists Vijay Yesudas and Stephen Devassy perform at Vatican event
- They perform the Malayalam spiritual anthem 'Daiva Sneham Varnichidan'
- Event celebrates 60 years of 'Nostra Aetate', a pivotal ecclesiastical statement

On October 30, 2025, talented musicians from the Indian state of Kerala, Vijay Yesudas and Stephen Devassy, captivated a diverse audience at the Vatican's 'Nostra Aetate' event with their stirring performance of the Malayalam spiritual anthem 'Daiva Sneham Varnichidan.'
The event marked the 60th anniversary of the pivotal ecclesiastical statement 'Nostra Aetate,' which challenged intolerance and promoted interfaith dialogue. Yesudas and Devassy's music, which opened with moving statements by Kerala's revered philosopher Sree Narayana Guru, fostered a spirit of unity and understanding during this monumental celebration.
The talented duo's vivid rendition of the Malayalam hymn enchanted the audience, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Kerala and its enduring spiritual traditions. Their performance was a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and bring people together, even in the hallowed halls of the Vatican.



