Statement by Pure Wilayah on the Passing of Pope Francis
A Shepherd of Peace: Honoring Pope Francis’ Legacy of Interfaith Unity and Unwavering Defense of the Oppressed
In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
Pure Wilayah extends its heartfelt condolences to the Vatican, the global Catholic community, and all people of conscience on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis—a beacon of peace, a voice for the oppressed, and a bridge between civilizations.
Pope Francis lived by the highest principles of faith, tirelessly advocating for love, tolerance, and justice. His historic visits to Najaf and Al-Azhar ignited a flame of interfaith brotherhood, proving that dialogue can transcend division. Until his final days, he stood unwaveringly with the vulnerable—denouncing the atrocities in Gaza, demanding humanitarian relief for Palestine, and recognizing the dignity of its people. His moral clarity on Lebanon, which he hailed as a “message of coexistence,” reflected his vision of unity amid global strife.
We mourn a leader who embodied Christ’s teachings not in words alone, but in action. May his legacy inspire humanity to reject injustice, embrace solidarity, and walk the path of peace he so boldly illuminated.