In a spirit of harmony and mutual respect, Patriarch Porfirije of Serbia extended a warm and inclusive message to all adherents of the Islamic faith.
With the dawn of Eid al-Fitr, a significant occasion marking the end of Ramadan, the Patriarch extends heartfelt greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters. This message carries with it the earnest hope for the celebration of this auspicious festival amidst an atmosphere of tranquility, well-being, and prosperity.
Emphasizing the shared essence of celebration and devotion, the Patriarch underscored the common ground between Christians and Muslims, as both communities honor and glorify God the Creator during their respective festive occasions.
Read below the message of Patriarch Porfirije of Serbia
To all the followers of the Islamic religion, dear Muslim brothers and sisters, we send our sincere and heartfelt greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, with the wish that you may celebrate this great feast in peace, health, and prosperity.
We, Christians and Muslims, celebrate our holidays glorifying God the Creator and establishing ourselves in a community of love with our families and our neighbors. May this Eid al-Fitr also be to the glory of God, filled with love, joy, and God’s abundant blessings.
Edited & Translated by Ioanna Georgakopoulou