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Pope Leo XIV Connects With Lebanese Youth through Arabic Greeting
When Pope Leo XIV took the stage, he kicked things off with a surprise: a warm Arabic greeting, instantly winning over the crowd. The energy was electric as he addressed the Lebanese youth, and the cheers just kept getting louder!
Pope Leo greeted in Arabic
Standing under the night sky, Pope Leo XIV greeted everyone with the classic Arabic phrase, “peace be upon you.” This wasn’t just any greeting—it’s the same one Jesus used, and it clearly struck a chord with the audience. The Pope’s gesture and smile made the moment even more special, and the crowd responded with enthusiastic applause and waving flags.
He gave a shoutout to youth from Syria and Iraq
Not stopping there, Pope Leo XIV made sure to send a special greeting to the young people from Syria and Iraq. His words brought even more excitement, showing just how much he values the youth from across the region. The cheers grew even louder as he acknowledged their presence and support.
He welcomed Lebanese from abroad
To top it all off, the Pope extended a heartfelt welcome to Lebanese who had traveled from abroad just to see him. The crowd’s reaction? Pure joy! With every wave and gesture, Pope Leo XIV made it clear that everyone was included in this special night.
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