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Al-Ra’i: Patriarch Elias Huayek's legacy in Church and homeland
The Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Bechara Pierre Raï expressed that the figure of Patriarch Elias Hovhannes is a significant milestone in the history of the Church and Lebanon. He highlighted Hovhannes's declaration as "Patriarch of Greater Lebanon," emphasizing his role as a man of faith and patriotism. He explained that Hovhannes was a model of the holiness bestowed by God upon those who live the Gospel faithfully, describing him as a spiritual and national symbol who engaged with his country's issues, including resisting Ottoman occupation and defending Lebanon's rights. Raï emphasized that Hovhannes rejected personal glory and dedicated himself to serving the homeland. He participated in the Paris Peace Conference and contributed to the recovery of Lebanese lands, which justifies his title as "Patriarch of Greater Lebanon." The Patriarch saw Hovhannes as a school of faith and a conscious voice for Lebanon, and he prayed for him to remain a beacon in the history of the Church and the nation.
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