ABOUT
TRADITION
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The Egyptian year is also called the 

Martyr Year

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What is usually given out during El-Nayrouz?

Guavas & Dates 

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Meaning of the coptic word "Nayrouz" is: 

The rivers 

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Name why we celebrate the Feast of Nayrouz

To honor the martyrs

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The Martyr Year started since Emperor

Diocleatian

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What do the guavas represent in this feast?

It's white heart represents the purity of the martyrs 

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The difference between the Julian year and the Coptic year is

284 years

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What do the red dates represent in this feast? 3 things 

- The outer red: Sacrifice of the martyrs 

- The inner white: Their purity 

- The seed: Their strong faith