Matthias Schweighöfer in Zwickau: Will all wishes come true?

Matthias Schweighöfer in Zwickau: Will all wishes come true?

An exciting event is coming: Actor Matthias Schweighöfer is coming to Zwickau on a cinema tour for his new film “The Life of Wishes”. The film deals with the exciting question of whether you would really be completely happy if all your wishes came true. Schweighöfer plays a dissatisfied middle-aged father who is looking for answers. The film sheds light on the possible consequences that the fulfillment of our desires could bring with it, making “The Life of Wishes” a must for all cinema fans.

But that's not the only interesting topic that has come up in the last few days. Let's take a look at a completely different Matthias persona. The Apostle Matthias, a name that dates back historically to the 1st century AD, is often associated with the replacement for Judas Iscariot. After Jesus' ascension, about 120 disciples gathered in Jerusalem and waited for the promise of the Holy Spirit. Then Peter suggested choosing a new apostle. Matthias and his competitor Joseph, also known as Barsabbas, were the last two candidates chosen by lot. Ultimately the lot fell on Matthias, who became one of the Twelve Apostles. Almost like a movie plot, right?

Little is known about the Apostle Matthias

Despite his important position in the early church, relatively little is known about Matthias. He is not mentioned in the Synoptic Gospels, but Acts describes how he was chosen as an apostle by lottery. Many traditions report that he subsequently preached in regions such as Cappadocia and Ethiopia before being martyred in Jerusalem - whether crucified or stoned remains uncertain. However, according to legendary reports, he may also be buried in Georgia.

How the core story from the life of the Apostle Matthias relates to the modern life of Matthias Schweighöfer remains a fascinating topic. While Schweighöfer finds out on screen how happy one can really be, the character of the apostle Matthias shows how little we sometimes know about important decisions that have embedded us in history. One could say that chance in the form of drawing lots plays a crucial role in both stories.

Matthias in history

As is traditional, the feast of the Apostle Matthias is celebrated on May 14 in the Roman calendar. This should provide a change from the fasting days. In the Eastern Church, his feast is celebrated on August 9th. Relics of his are said to be found in Italy and Germany, among other places, and his alleged burial place in Gonio, Georgia, continues to attract the interest of many believers. An exciting geographical connection to one of the most famous names in Christianity!

It remains to be hoped that Matthias Schweighöfer's appearance in Zwickau will attract as much attention as the legendary apostle. Whether in film or history, the name Matthias has left its mark and will certainly continue to play a role.

So, dear readers, sit back and be ready to make new discoveries both on the screen and in the history books - whether you go to Zwickau or delve into the depths of the Acts of the Apostles!