Lebanon's President visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI (WAM) Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Lebanese Foreign Minister and Minister of Expatriates, Youssef Rajji.The Lebanese President and his delegation were accompanied by the Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, during their tour of the mosque's halls and exterior corridors.They were introduced to the mosque's cultural message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness, inspired by the legacy and values of the Founding Father. They also learned about the significant role of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in promoting Islamic culture and enhancing cross-cultural communication worldwide.The delegation was briefed on the mosque's history, its architectural beauty, and the distinctive Islamic art that adorns its every corner. They were also introduced to the mosque's unique collections and the finest examples of Islamic civilisation, where diverse artistic and architectural designs have converged in harmony, creating a masterpiece that reflects the beauty of cultural unity.On the sidelines of the visit, the Lebanese president said, "This dazzling religious landmark, with its beauty, architecture, and religious symbolism, demonstrates the keenness of the sisterly United Arab Emirates to enhance places of worship on its land and make them spaces for meeting, prayer, and unity."At the end of the visit, the Lebanese president was presented with a copy of the book "Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace," the latest publication from the Centre.
The book highlights the mosque's unique architectural style and takes readers on a visual journey to discover its architectural and artistic grandeur, featuring award-winning images from the 'Spaces of Light' Award.
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