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Hymns for Cyprus and the Lost Seriousness

Published January 17, 2026, 07:00
Hymns for Cyprus and the Lost Seriousness

Columnist Kostas A. Konstantinou expresses concern over the growing trend of using religious references and hymns in the political discourse surrounding the Cyprus issue. He criticizes the Holy Synod's decision to compose special hymns for Cyprus, arguing that the Church should propose concrete solutions rather than simply rejecting existing ones. Furthermore, he points out the inconsistency in the Church's criticism of Turkey, noting that the reaction is more pronounced now than in the past. The columnist suggests extending religious concern to other social problems, such as foreclosures, the energy crisis, and the cost of living, and calls for a return to seriousness and realism in public life.