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Youssef Bey Boutros Karam , was a Lebanese Maronite notable who fought in the 1860 civil war and led a rebellion in 1866-1867 against the Ottoman Empire rule in Mount Lebanon. His proclamations have been interpreted as an early expression of Lebanese nationalism.

Today, Youssef Bey Karam’s descendants are considered as one of the most noble families in the North Governorate.

✵ 15. May 1823 – 7. April 1889
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Famous Youssef Bey Karam Quotes

“Respect the beliefs of other people, so your faith remains strong.”

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“I shall sacrifice myself that Lebanon may live.”

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As quoted in "The Maronites and Lebanon, A Brief History" at Phoenicia.org http://phoenicia.org/maronites.html

“Honest and sincere people contribute in guaranteeing conviviality, freedom and stability. Religious teachings help in promoting and reinforcing ethics, respect, nobility, generosity, modesty, love and rightness.”

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“Religion and extremism never meet, since the religion is the source of love, but extremism is the source of hatred.”

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“Each Christian and Muslim who acts aggressively, will be contradicting their religious teachings.”

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“Islam and Christianity do not contradict each other, but they meet in high values to achieve significant benefits for the world.”

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