Iran Unveils Christian-Themed Metro Station Amid Religious Persecution Controversy

Iran Unveils Christian-Themed Metro Station

Inside Tehran's newest metro station, a plaque declares:

the message of Jesus Christ was the salvation of humans from darkness, ignorance, corruption, depravity and discrimination.
The station, named Maryam-e Moqaddas or Holy Mary station, features a relief of Christ and a depiction of Mary praying among flowers.

State media characterizes the station's name and motif as a gesture of cultural coexistence, noting Mary is a venerated figure in Islam.

Author's summary: Iran unveils Christian-themed metro station.

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