Cedar & Saints
This 19th-century hermit monk is Lebanon’s most famous saint and inspired millions with his devotion to solitude and prayer.
Who is Saint Charbel Makhlouf?
In Matthew 5:14 -16, Jesus tells his followers they are meant to shine like what for others to see.
What are lights (or light of the world)?
In this story, wise bridesmaids bring extra oil and are ready when the bridegroom arrives.
What is the Parable of the Ten Virgins?
This teaching extends love even to those who oppose or harm you.
What is “Love your enemies”?
This ancient civilization from the Lebanese coast was famous for spreading the alphabet across the Mediterranean.
Who are the Phoenicians?
This Lebanese saint is famous for saying "the brave will save their souls" (lchater b khalas nafsou)
Who is Saint Nehmatullah Al-Hardini?
In this event, Jesus is revealed in radiant glory on a mountain, showing a hidden divine light.
What is the Transfiguration?
In this story, a son leaves home, wastes everything, and is welcomed back with love.
What is the Parable of the Prodigal Son?
This statement warns against judging others unless one is without sin.
What is “Let he who is without sin cast the first stone”?
This phrase is used when someone says they’re arriving soon, but you should emotionally prepare for 45–90 minutes.
What is “jayi” (I’m coming) or some variation?
This Lebanese saint lost her eyesight after asking to share in Christ’s suffering and later endured years of illness with remarkable faith.
Who is Saint Rafqa?
In this story, disciples walking in confusion only recognize Jesus when he breaks bread with them, revealing the light that was present all along.
What is the Road to Emmaus?
In this parable, a kind traveler helps an injured man when others walk by.
What is the Parable of the Good Samaritan?
This act by Jesus symbolized serving others in a humble way.
What is washing the disciples’ feet?
The thing that disappears randomly and returns like nothing happened.
What is electricity?
Known for repeating the phrase “God sees me” throughout his daily work, this humble Lebanese monk was canonized in 2022 after a life of simplicity and obedience.
Who is Saint Stephen Nehme?
Jesus identifies himself as the light of the world and promises that his followers will never walk in this.
What is the darkness?
In this story a rich man ignores a poor man, teaching about caring for others.
What is the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus?
These three themes summarize Jesus’ central moral teachings.
What are love, forgiveness, and humility?
A road marking that exists purely for emotional support
What is a lane in Lebanon?
After this hermit saint’s death, his followers built a monastery in his name, forming a movement that eventually led to the Maronite Church bearing his name.
Who is Saint Maroun?
In Mark 4:21-25, Jesus declares that this is not meant to be hidden but placed where it can shine for all in the house, teaching that truth and goodness are meant to be visible and shared.
What is lamp?
In this story two men pray in the temple, but only the humble one is pleasing to God.
What is the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector?
This teaching encourages turning the other cheek instead of seeking revenge.
What is Jesus’ instruction on forgiveness and respond peacefully?
The capital city where ancient history, nightlife, and traffic jams all compete for attention
What is Beirut?