Iran’s Christian Heritage
Posted by: John Phoenix
The Monastery of Saint Thaddeus is an ancient Armenian monastery in a mountainous area of West Azerbaijan province, Iran. It is believed to be one of the oldest church buildings in the world. (Soheil Callage via Wikimedia Commons)
The US invasion of Iraq devastated the Armenian Christian population there. An Iraq-style war would likewise imperil Iran’s 200,000 Armenian Christians.
by Eldar Mamedov, reposted from the American Conservative, May 29, 2025
Having walked the ancient stone paths of St. Thaddeus, St. Stepanos, and the Shepherd’s Chapel in northwestern Iran on a recent trip, I’ve witnessed the enduring spirit of these Christian heritage sites. Their intricate carvings, frescoes, and sacred chambers, nestled in the rugged cliffs...










