Egypt’s Copts

The Coptic community in Egypt is an ancient ethnoreligious Christian group. The Coptic population in Egypt is in the millions and the compose an important part of Egypt’s social and cultural fabric. Instability in Egypt has led to an increase in attacks on Coptic churches throughout the country, leading to a rise in tensions between Christians and Muslims. In this course, you will prepare to read and watch Arabic media reporting on the Copt’s in Egypt. The lessons include the Pope’s visit to Egypt, Coptic churches that have come under attack, and a Coptic Christmas ceremony.