Egypt’s Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayyeb headed a high-level religious delegation to the headquarters of the Coptic Cathedral of St. Mark in Abbassiya to visit Pope Tawadros II, Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the Coptic Orthodox Church, on the occasion of Christmas. Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayyeb wished Pope Tawadros II and all Christians a happy and joyful Christmas. The Grand Imam also congratulated Pope Tawadros II on the new headquarters of the Coptic Orthodox Church in the New Administrative Capital, stressing that the feelings of compassion and friendly mutual visits between Muslims and Christians are part of the teachings of Islam. Pope Tawadros II also said that the teachings of Jesus Christ call for love for others, adding that this love spreads joy and happiness throughout society, promoting the prevalence of psychological well-being and social peace. The Grand Imam’s visits to the cathedral on various occasions contribute to spreading joy, peace and happiness in the Egyptian society, Pope Tawadros II added.

Source: Egypt Independent January 02, 2019 14:26 UTC