Join me in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as we experience Meskel—an ancient, sacred celebration that has been observed continuously for over 1,600 years.
From the bloom of the seasonal Adey Abeba flowers signaling the end of the rainy season to the historic roots of Queen Helena’s search for the True Cross, we dive deep into the cultural meaning, festive feast, and the iconic lighting of the Demera bonfire at Meskel Square.
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Welcome to Meskel in Addis Ababa
1:02 – The Meaning of the Adey Abeba Flowers
1:56 – Building the Demera Bonfire
2:47 – Queen Helena & The True Cross
4:53 – Traditional Feast & Breaking the Fast (Kitfo, Tibs & Gursha)
6:30 – Gathering at Meskel Square
7:29 – Lighting the Sacred Demera Flame
7:54 – Reading the Smoke & Direction of the Fall
8:33 – Final Reflections on Meskel & A New Beginning
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