LACHIN, Azerbaijan, October 6. Tolerance and
multiculturalism are among Azerbaijan’s core values, the deputy
chairman of the Albanian-Udi Christian religious community, Rafig
Danakari, told Trend’s Karabakh bureau.
He shared his memories of his first visit to the Aghoghlan
Monastery after Lachin was liberated from occupation.
Rafig Danakari said that their first visit to the Aghoghlan
Monastery in February 2021 held special spiritual significance for
them.
He explained that during that visit, a religious ceremony was
held at the monastery, prayers were recited for the souls of the
martyrs, and their memory was honored.
Danakari emphasized that his main wishes during that visit were
for there to be no new wars on Azerbaijani territory and for peace
and security to be maintained in the country.
“For centuries, the Azerbaijani people have respected different
religions and cultures. Tolerance and multiculturalism are among
our country’s core values. We do not lay claim to the lands of
other peoples, nor do we want anyone to lay claim to the lands of
Azerbaijan. Every inch of this land is part of our history. There
are various religious monuments here, including monasteries,
churches, and mosques. Preserving them is of immense importance for
safeguarding Azerbaijan’s historical and cultural heritage,” he
said.
The community representative noted that during this visit, they
also offered prayers and lit candles at the Aghoghlan
Monastery.
According to him, it is a great honor for them to hold religious
services and honor the memory of the martyrs at this sacred site
after so many years.
