Celebration of Lazarus Saturday - Iraq

File photo dated March 23, 2024 - Lazarus Saturday is an important celebration in the Christian liturgical calendar, particularly for Oriental Orthodox and as well some Eastern Catholic Churches such as the Chaldean Catholic Church. In Al-Qosh, a Christian town in northern Iraq populated by Assyrians, Lazarus Saturday has special significance. It commemorates the resurrection of Lazarus, as described in the New Testament, where Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead four days after his burial. On this day, which also marks the beginning of the Holy Week, special liturgical services are held in churches. It is common to see processions and traditional rituals during the celebration. These might include the carrying of religious icons or banners and the singing of hymns that reflect the significance of the resurrection of Lazarus. The rituals often involve the whole community, making it a communal celebration. In Al-Qosh, as in many other Christian communities, children play an important role in the celebration of

• Product Code
• ILEA003777764

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• 2024/3/23 00:00:00

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• Abaca Press / Kyodo News Images

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• Middle East Images/ABACA

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