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Downtown Beirut church hit by blast is a symbol of hope, unity and grit
Downtown Beirut church hit by blast is a symbol of hope, unity and grit

In the heart of Beirut’s downtown, the recent explosion is not the first blast Saint Elias Cathedral has survived. The cathedral has witnessed several wars in Lebanon and has a special symbolism as a sanctuary not only for Christians, but also Muslims who gather annually for a Ramadan feast hosted by the cathedral’s community. Father Agapios, priest of the church, spoke to Religion Unplugged about surviving the blast and his hope for Lebanon.

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Middle East, News, PoliticsZainab ChamounZainab Chamoun, Primary Feature, Lebanon, Beirut, Saint Elias Cathedral, St. Elias Church, Beirut blast, beirut explosion, psalm 91, father agapios, Christians in Lebanon, Christian Muslim unity, Christianity, Secondary FeatureComment