Remembering the Sabra and Shatila Massacre, 42 years on

This is how the name was born… Maronites. A nation of faith and resilience.

In honor of Saint Maroun’s feast day, meet the Maronites. From the Levant to the world the Maronites , traces their origins to Saint Maroun, a monk from 4th-century. His life and teachings inspired the establishment of the Maronite Catholic Church. The Maronites strengthened and preserved their identity through centuries of persecution, Ottoman rule, and regional conflicts. Despite these challenges, they played a big role in shaping Lebanon’s independence and made significant contributions to th