Georgian Prime Minister highlights Christianity’s role in shaping nation’s identity over 1 700 years

Georgian prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Sunday said that the 1 700-year history of Christianity as a state religion was central to Georgia’s national identity, culture, and values.

In his address, Kobakhidze highlighted the historical and cultural significance of Christianity in shaping the country’s identity.

“Congratulations on the Day of Family Purity and Respect for Parents. This year’s May 17 is especially significant for each of us. We are marking 1 700 years since Christianity was declared the state religion”, he said.

“Seventeen centuries ago, Christianity became one of the main pillars of our country’s identity, which defined our unique culture and values. It is on this cultural and value-based foundation that May 17 was declared the Day of Family Purity and Respect for Parents”, Kobakhidze concluded.