Russia Plans to Build a Replica of the Hagia Sophia in Syria fsspx.news
At the announcement of the transformation of Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia into a mosque, decided by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on July 10, 2020, Russia initially reacted by defending its ally. This decision was considered by Moscow as an internal Turkish matter. The Russian reaction, however, admitted that the site was of international importance.
Later, Russia made an unexpected proposal. In fact, the construction of a replica of the basilica is planned in the western province of Hama, Syria. It is funded by private Syrian and Russian funds. However, it would be smaller than the original basilica…
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- St. Peter CanisiusSt. Peter Canisius Feast date: Dec 21 An important figure in the Catholic counter-reformation that responded to the 16th century spread of Protestantism, the priest and Doctor of the Church Saint Peter Canisius is remembered liturgically on Dec. 21. His efforts as a preacher, author, and religious educator strengthened the Catholic faith in Germany, Austria, […]
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