Hilarion Capucci

His Excellency Hilarion Capucci, 2012

Hilarion Capucci (2 March 1922 – 1 January 2017) was a prelate of the Melkite Greek Catholic Church who served as the vicar of the Patriarchal Dependent Territory of Jerusalem.

Quotes

• I who lived in Jerusalem for very long, I worshipped under the calls of its minarets, and submitted to the will of God under the rhythm of its church bells. I was exiled from my beloved Palestine. I am thirsty, I am longing to return to Jerusalem, I am longing to beautify my eyes with it before I die.
  • Archbishop Hilarion Capucci Speaks at ADC’s Sunday Lunch (August 2009) Washington Report on Middle East Affairs