Bulgarian Deputy Foreign Minister Ivanka Tasheva met with Archimandrite Gabriel, the newly elected Abbot of the Holy Monastery of St. George Zograf on Mount Athos, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sofia.
During the meeting, Deputy Minister Tasheva congratulated Archimandrite Gabriel on his election as abbot and wished him success in his spiritual ministry and leadership of the historic monastic community.
She praised the mission of Zograf Monastery as a guardian of Bulgaria’s spiritual, cultural, and historical heritage, emphasizing the importance of the strong cooperation between the Bulgarian state, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, and the Athonite monastery in preserving the nation’s spiritual and cultural traditions.
The discussions also focused on ongoing efforts to preserve, restore, and promote the monastery’s rich cultural and historical legacy. Particular attention was given to projects aimed at digitizing valuable manuscripts, archival materials, and library collections housed at the monastery.
Both sides highlighted the unique role of Zograf Monastery as one of the most important spiritual centers of Bulgarian monasticism. For centuries, the monastery has safeguarded Orthodox traditions, Bulgarian spiritual identity, and the historical memory of the Bulgarian people.
Source and photo: mfa.bg
