Iran: Prayer times attract non-Christians who sense ‘peace’

Luke Randall  |  World
Date posted:  19 Jul 2025
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Iran: Prayer times attract non-Christians who sense ‘peace’

Ta’zieh, a Persian / Iranian Shia Islam “passion play” re-enacting the death of Hussein (the Islamic prophet Muhammad’s grandson). Source: Unsplash

Non-Christians in Iran have asked believers if they can join in with their prayer times – such is the peace they sense in these gatherings, a mission leader says.

In an exclusive interview with en, David Yeghnazar, the executive director of Elam Ministries, revealed how Christians in the region are reacting to the ever-changing situation and how their lives may be impacted by the conflict.

Concerning Elam’s reaction to the recent 12-day war, Yeghnazar said: “We have been grieved to see the destruction and death that the outbreak of hostilities caused for both ordinary Iranians and Israelis. The situation – heartbreaking to witness as it has been – has made us more committed than ever to our mission of strengthening and expanding the church in Iran.

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