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February 16, 2008
Appeal of Supreme Spiritual Council on RA Presidential Elections
On February 14, His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of
All Armenians, presided during a meeting of the Supreme Spiritual Council in
the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Following the meeting, the Council made
the following exhortation to the people on the occasion of the upcoming
presidential elections in the Republic of Armenia:
"The upcoming presidential election in the Republic of Armenia on February
19 is a significant event in the life our country and people.
"Seventeen years ago, our people elected to live in liberty and
independence. The reestablishment of Armenian statehood became the
commencement of a new process aimed at the building of a country that is
just and noteworthy for its societal unity. It is the righteous expectation
of our people, that the election of a new president should become the
guarantor of stability in our country and the progress and reinforcement of
solidarity.
"In view of this consequential event, it is our exhortation to our people to
display a high understanding of patriotism and be guided by the highest
awareness of the country’s reputation. Let no action or expression cast a
shadow on our election or divide the unity of our people. We are patriotic
to the extent we know how to respect, tolerate and love one another. We are
patriotic to the extent we know how to place the national interest before
our personal aspirations and emotions.
"We pray that our Lord guide our country to new successes in peace,
solidarity, and unity of love.
"Honor all men, love your brother and fear God" (1 Peter 2:17)