Before our eyes

Summary

This book chronicles the miraculous apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Zeitoun, which started on 2nd April 1968 and lasted more than two years. The book provides a detailed account of the events witnessed by thousands of people from diverse backgrounds and faiths. These apparitions, which took place on the domes of St. Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, were widely reported and photographed, becoming a significant religious and cultural addition to the church’s history.

The author delves into the historical and spiritual context of the apparitions, exploring their impact on the local community and the broader Christian world. Zaki includes testimonies from eye witnesses, descriptions of the visions and the reactions of religious and secular authorities. The book also examines the lasting legacy of the Zeitoun apparitions, highlighting their significance in fostering faith and unity among people of different religions.

The book offers a mix of personal narrative, historical documentation and spiritual reflection, aiming to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Zeitoun miraculous apparitions.

Table of contents

FORWARD: The Papal Statement Pope Kyrillos VI
FORWARD: Bishop Samuel
INTRODUCTION: Fr. John B. Wang, Ph.D., J.U.D.
PREFACE: Pearl Zaki

CHAPTERS
1   FLIGHT: Of Holy Family in Egypt. 1
2   OTHER APPEARANCES: Related too and in Egypt. 9
3   ZEITUN: Main site of appearances. 15
4   PROCLAMATION: All newspapers in Cairo cover the event. 31
5   BEFORE MY EYES: Author’s personal witness. 45
6   OTHER WITNESSES: Of the Zeitun visit. 57
7   PHOTOGRAPHS/PHOTO DRAWINGS/DRAWINGS/SCIENTIFIC: To capture event. 75
8   OFFICIAL REPORTS: Response of the clergy and Government officials. 107
9   MIRACLES: Physical and Spiritual. 125
10 PURPOSE “WHAT IS IT?”: Of the Virgin Mary’s visit. 147
11 THE CHURCH: Brief history of the Chrisitan Church in Egypt 157
12 “BE READY”: The Virgin Mary’s one verbal message. 169

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