I, together with my father, Mr. Khalil Al-Halabi, visited one of the oldest churches in the Middle East to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Christian brothers and sisters in Gaza on the occasion of Easter. It was a visit filled with humanity and warmth, as we were received with genuine hospitality that reflects the deep bonds of love and coexistence among the people of this land.
What was most moving and inspiring is that this church has become more than a place of worship, it has transformed into a safe haven, sheltering both Muslim and Christian displaced families who have lost their homes, embodying in the truest sense the unity of pain and hope.
The walls of this church stand as witnesses to profound sacrifices, to those who were martyred within it, Muslims and Christians alike, during the period of genocide in Gaza, writing in their blood a story of unbreakable unity. We also heard from families how the church extended a helping hand, providing food to those under siege and striving to save children from hunger and thirst, an act of humanity that will forever remain etched in memory.
In this spirit, we recall the words of Allah Almighty:
“And you will surely find the nearest of them in affection to the believers those who say, ‘We are Christians.’ That is because among them are priests and monks, and because they are not arrogant.”
[Surah Al-Ma’idah: 82]
This verse comes alive in such places, where hearts unite before identities, and humanity rises above all divisions.
Wishing our Christian brothers and sisters a blessed Easter, and may this occasion bring hope, peace, and renewed strength. May Gaza always remain a symbol of unity, resilience, and shared humanity.
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