The news of awarding Pope Shenouda the international Madzent Sing Prize for tolerance by the UNESCO came during a moment of overflowing sadness and confusion caused by the injustice and violence our Palestinian brothers are facing. Pope Shenouda was awarded the prize because he "is a religious figure who helped in strengthening the meaning of tolerance. The values of peace and tolerance are reflected in his preaching and books. Moreover, he did a lot to promote an international dialogue between religions."