His Grace Abune Abraham during a press statement (Photo : Screenshot from EOTC TV)borkenaThe Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church has faced various challenges from the Ethiopian government, particularly since 2018. Restrictions not only included limiting numbers but also prohibited Ethiopian Orthodox Church followers from carrying the Ethiopian flag or wearing clothes, including the traditional “netela,” bearing the colors of the Ethiopian flag. This week, news emerged from the Ethiopian Church itself that the government has imposed further restrictions on the celebration of Epiphany, a major open-air religious event. The Church has rejected this demand, as stated by His Grace Abune Abraham. His Grace Abune Abraham further disclosed that authorities attempting to dictate terms to the church have become too numerous.

Source: Ethiopian News January 14, 2024 17:14 UTC