Annaya: Pope Leo XIV toured the Annaya Monastery amid sacred hymns. He entered the tomb of Saint Charbel, where he knelt and prayed inside the crypt. He then lit a candle in front of the tomb, a gift he brought from Rome to the Monastery of Saint Maroun in Annaya.

According to National News Agency – Lebanon, the Pope’s visit to the Annaya Monastery was marked by a solemn atmosphere as he paid homage to Saint Charbel. The lighting of the candle symbolized a gesture of faith and respect from the Vatican to the revered saint’s resting place.

The visit was part of Pope Leo XIV’s spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of Saint Charbel’s legacy in the Christian community. The monastery, known for its deep spiritual significance, welcomed the Pope’s presence as a historic moment for the religious site.