The spiritual leader of the Druze community in Lebanon, Sheikh Akl Sami Abi al-Muna, regretted the fact that "today we are faced with a state of anxiety about our destiny," stressing the need to "transcend rivalries and work for the supreme national interest."
Sheikh Akl spoke on Sunday morning during a prayer on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He argued that "true strength is nothing other than loyalty to the country and solidarity for its protection and development." According to him, the majority (that counts) is none other than that of those whose allegiance is solely to the country, all groups or parties included."
He added that "strength sometimes lies in the ability to dialogue and adapt to reality, or in intransigence in defending the country against aggressors." "However, he added, it is never a question of intimidation, blocking or putting forward sectarian dreams."
Lastly, the Druze spiritual leader criticized Lebanese officials who, instead of finding "realistic" solutions to the country's problems themselves, "expect magical solutions from abroad." "Solutions that take into account the concerns and demands of the main components of the Lebanese people,” he added.
Sheikh Akl spoke on Sunday morning during a prayer on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He argued that "true strength is nothing other than loyalty to the country and solidarity for its protection and development." According to him, the majority (that counts) is none other than that of those whose allegiance is solely to the country, all groups or parties included."
He added that "strength sometimes lies in the ability to dialogue and adapt to reality, or in intransigence in defending the country against aggressors." "However, he added, it is never a question of intimidation, blocking or putting forward sectarian dreams."
Lastly, the Druze spiritual leader criticized Lebanese officials who, instead of finding "realistic" solutions to the country's problems themselves, "expect magical solutions from abroad." "Solutions that take into account the concerns and demands of the main components of the Lebanese people,” he added.
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