“These nativity scenes remind us of those who, in the land where the Son of God was born, continue to suffer due to the tragedy of war”.
Pope Francis unveiled on Saturday the annual nativity scene at the Vatican, which this year featured baby Jesus draped in a Palestinian keffiyeh, Vatican News reported.
This symbolic addition reportedly highlighted the Holy Family’s connection to Bethlehem and served as a poignant nod to the Palestinian struggle.
Crafted by Palestinian artists from Bethlehem, the scene included a Bethlehem Star inscribed in both Latin and Arabic with the words: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill to all people.”
Figures of the Holy Family were carved from olive wood, further connecting the display to its place of origin. (more...)
Baby Jesus with a Keffiyeh – A Historic Nativity Scene at the Vatican
Pope Francis unveils Nativity Scene this year with Jesus draped in a Palestinian keffiyeh #PalestineLivesMatter #GazaGenocide #FreePalestine pic.twitter.com/yXTc6vZo5m
— Palestine in the UK (@PalMissionUK) December 8, 2024
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