Ethiopia, Meskel
Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Meskel, the feast of the Cross, as they pray for peace
Thousands of Ethiopians were gathered on Addis Ababa's Meskel square Thursday (Sep. 26). The festival celebrates the cross upon which Jesus was crucified, according to the church beliefs, and its recovery by Saint Helena,
Thousands gather in Ethiopia’s capital to celebrate a religious festival. Many are thinking of peace
Thousands of Ethiopians have gathered in the capital city to celebrate an annual religious festival distinguished by the lighting of bonfires according to the beliefs of the local Orthodox Christian faithful.
Ethiopian faithful celebrate Meskel as they pray for peace
Ethiopian Orthodox Christian faithfuls marching and singing during a religious festival known as "Meskel". Thousands of Ethiopians were gathered on Addis Ababa's Meskel square Thursday (Sep. 26). The festival celebrates the cross upon which Jesus was crucified,
(Hello Africa) Tens of thousands celebrate Meskel festival in Ethiopia capital with traditional bonfire ceremony
Tens of thousands of people gathered Thursday in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, to celebrate Meskel, a major religious festival that includes
Thousands think of peace as they celebrate religious festival in Ethiopian capital
Thousands of Ethiopians gathered in the capital Addis Ababa to celebrate Meskel, an annual religious festival distinguished by the lighting of bonfires according to the beliefs of the local Orthodox Christian faithful.
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Ethiopia: Happy Meskel Festival
Meskel Festival, the discovery of the True Cross upon which Jesus was crucified, is one of the major Ethiopian Orthodox festivals celebrated warmly and colorfully by Orthodox Christians.
Ethiopia festival fires burn bright despite downpour
Thousands in Ethiopia's capital city defied a downpour to celebrate Meskel, the first big festival of the religious year. It ...
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LIGHTING THE WAY
Ethiopians across the country and beyond come together for the vibrant two-day celebration of Meskel beginning September 26th ...
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Ethiopia: Meskel Festival - Melting Pot of Diverse Communities, Attraction of Tourists
It is worth mentioning that Ethiopia is recognized for a diverse range of religious ceremonies celebrated in attention-grabbing way in various regions of the country. The celebration of Meskel (The ...
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Tourists Express Joyous Celebration of Demera, Urge Others to Visit Ethiopia
Tourists who witnessed the vibrant Demera celebration at Meskel Square in Addis Ababa said that they were captivated by the ...
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Week in Photos: From Catwalks to Conflict Zones
From political upheavals to natural disasters, this week's photos offer a glimpse into a world both beautiful and troubled.
“Meskel Flower,” A Photo Series Is A Living Archive of Ethiopian Renewal
In a new photo series, editor and creative producer Ruhama Wolle evokes the complexity of homebuilding and return.
Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema of Ethiopia win 50th edition of Berlin Marathon races
Ethiopians Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema have won the men’s and women’s races in the 50th edition of the Berlin Marathon ...