40 Egypt

Persecution Type
  • Islamic oppression (Strong)
  • Dictatorial paranoia (Strong)
  • Christian denominational protectionism (Strong)
Christian population

9,797,000

Government

Presidential Republic

Main Religion

Islam

Leader

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi

What does persecution look like in Egypt?

In Egypt, Christians often face discrimination in their communities. Christian women are harassed on the streets, especially in rural areas, and Christian children are bullied at school. Sometimes Muslim mobs force Christians to leave their homes after accusations of blasphemy. These incidents mostly happen in Upper Egypt, where radical Islamist groups are active. The Salafi al-Nour party, despite being a religious party, operates legally and exerts strong influence in poor, rural areas. 

Egyptian President el-Sisi speaks positively about Christians and attempts to promote unity, but local authorities often fail to protect Christians from attacks. Building new churches is difficult in certain areas of Egypt, and Christians face hostility and violence from their communities. 

In addition to community pressure and discrimination, Christians who convert from Islam can also face severe pressure from their families to return to the religion. Security services detain and intimidate converts, making it difficult to live openly as Christians. 

How can I pray?

  • In Egypt, it is dangerous for someone to leave Islam to follow Jesus. Pray for these brave new believers. 
  • Pray for Christians who experience discrimination and abuse because of their faith. Ask God to sustain them. 
  • Pray for Christians who are attacked or have loved ones who have suffered attacks. Pray that God will heal their wounds and restore their hope. 

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Persecution is growing, and so are the needs of persecuted believers. More Christians need Bibles, discipleship, trauma counselling, and relief aid as they face violence, displacement, and loss. 

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Your year-end gift is more important than ever.

Persecution is growing, and so are the needs of persecuted believers. More Christians need Bibles, discipleship, trauma counselling, and relief aid as they face violence, displacement, and loss. 

The Canada Post strikes slowed the arrival of gifts during this critical time of year. Will you help?

Your support will empower persecuted believers through Bibles, training, relief aid, trauma counselling, and more.