The Head of the Evangelical Community praises the efforts of Al-Azhar Grand Imam in consolidating peace, human brotherhood, and interfaith dialogue.

Head of the Evangelical delegation: The Document on Fraternity is a shining beacon in the history of humanity.

The Evangelical delegation: The Human Fraternity Document is a comprehensive ethical framework, and its inclusion in educational curricula is essential.

His Eminence the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, Prof. Ahmad Al-Tayyeb, received Rev. Dr. Andre Zaki, Head of the Evangelical Community in Egypt, and his accompanying delegation to congratulate His Eminence on the approaching Eid al-Fitr.

The Head of the Evangelical Community said, “We extend our heartfelt wishes to Your Eminence, our Muslim brothers, and our beloved Egypt for peace, safety, and well-being on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.

Your Eminence, you represent a symbol of peace and bridge-building, a symbol of utmost importance to Egypt and the Egyptians, and a safety valve for internal coexistence and human brotherhood.” He emphasized that the Grand Imam is one of the most important religious leaders in the world, and that the entire world bears witness to his efforts in consolidating the values of brotherhood, stability, and coexistence, and opening channels of dialogue between followers of religions.

The Head of the Evangelical Community pointed out that the Human Fraternity Document, signed by the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Pope Francis, is one of the most important documents that build bridges between followers of religions and cultures, and includes legal principles and a roadmap. He added that the Evangelical body held more than 100 meetings attended by dozens of preachers and priests to introduce its principles, disseminate them, and benefit from them to consolidate love in society.

The Grand Imam of Al-Azhar expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Head of the Evangelical Community and his accompanying delegation for this precious visit and for the display of friendship and love that unites Egyptians, both Muslims and Christians. He emphasized that such occasions reveal the true essence of the Egyptian national fabric— the cohesion, solidarity, and harmony that unites everyone, protects our country, and safeguards its security and stability.

Dr. Zaki and the accompanying delegation emphasized the need to consider adopting the Human Fraternity Document by ministries of education and cultural institutions in our Arab world, and to include it in school curricula as a fundamental component taught to students at various educational levels, in a simple and easy-to-understand manner, so that each grade can comprehend it without difficulty. His Eminence welcomed this proposal, emphasizing that this document is primarily a moral document, and we are fully prepared to provide all support to disseminate the values it contains and translate them into a reality that people can feel.