Grand Imam of al-Azhar Ahmed al-Tayeb met Monday (June 11th) with the Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria, Tawadros II, who congratulated all Muslims as Eid al-Fitr approaches, Egypt Independent reported.
Al-Tayeb said he appreciated Pope Tawadros II’s good will, noting that the visit reflected the spirit of love among Muslims and Copts, who have faced numerous challenges and threats together, such as terrorism.
Al-Tayeb praised the role of the Beit al-Aela al-Masreya (Home of the Egyptian Family) initiative in spreading a spirit of national unity among youth throughout the country via mosques, churches, monasteries, clubs and youth centres.
