Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor James Clappison (Conservative), on Wednesday, 3 February 2010, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 20 members in total.
MOR GABRIEL MONASTERY
That this House whilst recognising that religious freedom is enjoyed by citizens of Turkey nevertheless expresses its concern at the impending threat to the future of Mor Gabriel Monastery as a result of court cases threatening to take away all or most of its lands; notes that Mor Gabriel Monastery was founded in 397AD, is of major importance to the ancient Syrian Orthodox Church and is one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world; further notes that protection of minority rights under the Treaty of Lausanne is not extended to the Syrian Orthodox Church; and calls on the Government to make representations to Turkey on the future of this vital Christian institution.
Secondary information
- Type
- Early day motion
- Reference
- 792
- Session
- 2009-10
- Other sponsors
- Humfrey Malins
- Lord Field of Birkenhead
- Gary Streeter
- Bob Russell
- Andrew Selous
- Subjects
- Religion Asia
- Link
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