Makarri Al-Siryani

Makarri Al-Siryani, known as Father Makari, was a prominent Coptic priest and spiritual figure during the 1960s. He became known for his role in addressing a controversy regarding a forged letter purportedly from Pope Kyrillos VI, which aimed to create tensions between the Coptic Church and the Egyptian government. His swift action in clarifying the situation helped uphold the integrity of the church and its relationship with the state.