The Nazarene (الناصري), oil on canvas, 1993 painting by Sliman Mansour |
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As
we commemorate Easter, reflecting on the profound sacrifice and
persecution of Jesus Christ, parallels can be drawn to the ongoing
situation in Palestine. Just as Jesus faced oppression and persecution
at the hands of powerful forces of his time, Palestinians today endure
similar struggles against injustices and occupation. Like Jesus, they
are marginalized, their rights denied, and their voices silenced.
The
Easter story reminds us of the resilience and hope that emerge from
suffering, offering a beacon of light amidst darkness. Just as
Christians celebrate the triumph of life over death, there is a yearning
for peace and justice to prevail in the land where Jesus himself once
walked. Easter calls us to stand in solidarity with the oppressed,
advocating for a world where all people can live free from persecution
and injustice.
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