Pastor of Hamoud Church warns against spreading hate through digital space
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The pastor of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud in Karak, Father Theodorus Sweiss, warned of the impact of open digital space in spreading extremist ideas and inciting hatred and violence, calling for Jordanians to remain cohesive and stand united behind the Hashemite leadership, security services, and armed forces to preserve Jordan's security and stability.
Sweiss said that the attack that targeted the church and claimed the lives of innocent people while they were attending a funeral sparked feelings of sadness, anger, and condemnation in Jordan, stressing that targeting places of worship and peaceful people contradicts every religion, law, and human value.
He added that choosing the village of Hamoud for the attack carries a painful significance, as it is a model of coexistence, love, and brotherhood between Muslims and Christians, stressing that what happened is alien to the history of Karak and its people, who were raised on unity and coexistence generation after generation.
He emphasized that the perpetrators of the attack do not represent the values of the Karak community, which is known for love, generosity, and brotherhood, considering the assault on innocent people inside a church a crime that cannot be justified in any way.
Sweiss said that the responsibility of the church and clergy in confronting extremist ideology lies in consolidating love and respect for others, noting that religion does not call for killing others.
He emphasized the necessity of employing religious discourse to promote love and brotherhood and protect society from extremism.
