In his prayer for Lebanon, Pope Francis condemns political calculations and interference
Pope Francis led Thursday, July 1 in the Vatican a day of prayer for Lebanon, with religious leaders of the country.
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Pope Francis' message of peace for Lebanon.
A day of prayer and reflection took place Thursday, July 1 at the Vatican in the presence of the leaders of the various Christian denominations of the country of the Cedars.
It ended with an ecumenical prayer in St. Peter's Basilica during which the Sovereign Pontiff strongly condemned the political calculations and interference which are taking the country hostage.
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Éric Sénanque
Prayers in Arabic, songs from the Armenian or Syriac liturgical tradition, all the components of the Lebanese Christian heritage were represented at the end of this day. "
Let us not tire of imploring from Heaven this peace which men are struggling to build on earth
", Pope Francis launched in his speech. A discourse both spiritual, inviting fraternity, and political in which the Pope launched an indictment against those who instrumentalize the country for personal ends.
"
Enough, the domination of party truths over the hopes of the people!"
It is enough to use Lebanon and the Middle East for foreign interests and profits!
The Lebanese must be given the opportunity to be protagonists of a better future, on their land and without abusive interference
, ”he said.
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Making himself the spokesperson for the Christian denominations that came to the Vatican, Francis also appealed to Lebanese political leaders to find “
urgent and stable solutions to the current economic, social and political crisis
”.
This message is addressed to young Lebanese, hoping that they "
receive attention and listen, because it is through them that the rebirth of the country passes
", as well as to the women of Lebanon so that they are better valued and involved in the decisions of the country.
"
Let animosities cease, let disagreements disappear, and let Lebanon begin to shine the light of peace again
", concluded Pope Francis.
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