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Happy Meskel
Meskel, also known as the Feast of the True Cross, commemorates the discovery of the True Cross, believed to be the cross upon which Jesus Christ was crucified. During Meskel, Coptic Orthodox Christians gather for prayers, processions, and the lighting of bonfires. The centerpiece of the celebration is the veneration of the cross, symbolizing the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus.
The lighting of bonfires represents the miraculous light that led Empress Helena to the True Cross. Believers carry torches and participate in a ceremonial procession, creating a joyous and illuminated atmosphere.
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