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Classroom resources to introduce students to Coptic history, language, and traditions.

Arab Conquest & the Coptic Church

This lesson explores how the Arab conquest (641 AD) and the Umayyad period shaped the Coptic Orthodox Church. Students examine the loss of linguistic heritage, changes in political status, and the long-term impact on church life.

Subjects: World History / Church History, Social Studies, Religion / Theology

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In Egypt, Coptic Christians Become Target for Attack

PBS news coverage of political violence against Coptic Christians in Egypt (2013)

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Weston Bland on Coptic Orthodox Christians in Egypt

An academic talk providing historical and contemporary context about the Coptic community.

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Coptic Christians

A general overview of Coptic Christian history, identity, and practices

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How many Christians are there in Egypt?

Population data and demographic estimates of Egyptian Christians, including Copts

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Coptic Christianity Explained

Accessible overview of Coptic Christian history and its place in wider Christian traditions.

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Coptic Tunes: “Tay Shore” Hymn

Musical arrangement of the Coptic hymn “Tay Shore”

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The Hymn Golgotha (Lute)

Performance of a traditional Coptic hymn played on lute by Rami Abdelmalek

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The Final Ancient Egyptian Language

The Coptic language as the final stage of ancient Egyptian

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Hands Around the Library — A Story of Courage and Caring

A Kindergarten–1st grade lesson where students will listen to and discuss the true story of people in Egypt — children and adults, Muslims and Christians — who joined hands to protect their library in Alexandria.