Meskel Demera (bonfire) is one the Ethiopian Church holidays that attracts thousands of tourists to the country. borkenaSeptember 26,2018Ethiopians have colorfully celebrated Meskel holiday today at Meskel Square in the capital Addis Ababa and across the country. In the Ethiopian Church traditions, Meskel is a commemoration of the rediscovery of true cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified. “The teachings of the Holy Cross are love, forgiveness, and unity,” he told millions of faithful who gathered at Meskel square for the celebration. The celebration happened a week after a deadly ethnic-based massacre in Burayu, outside of Addis Ababa, which perhaps influenced the mayor’s message at Meskel square.

Source: Ethiopian News September 26, 2018 22:07 UTC