Archbishop of Athens: The message of October 28 belongs above all to the future

Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece emphasized the importance of historical remembrance, national unity and hope for future generations in a statement marking Greece’s national holiday of October 28.

Reflecting on the historic events of 1940, the Archbishop stressed the need to preserve the memory of those who fought and sacrificed their lives for Greece’s freedom, while highlighting unity as one of the Greek people’s greatest strengths.

“My wish is that we remember those who fought and sacrificed themselves for our freedom. Unity, because it has been the great strength of the Greek people during the most difficult moments of their history,” he stated.

Archbishop Ieronymos emphasized that the significance of October 28 extends beyond commemorating the past, carrying a message of responsibility toward future generations.

“Hope, because the message of October 28 belongs not only to the past, but above all to the future that we must build, especially for our children,” he said.

Concluding his message, the Archbishop expressed his hope that remembrance, unity and optimism would continue to guide Greek society.

“I wholeheartedly wish that we honor the past with…