The past few weeks have witnessed sectarian tension and outbursts in the media causing panic about the nation’s future. Various intellectuals called for the opposition of this strong wave of hostility. Eighteen human rights organizations and 124 university professors issued a statement warning against Al-fitnah al-tā’ifīyah.

Key Words: Egyptian Union for Human Rights - Bishop Bīshūy – Dr. Muhammad Selīm Al-^cAwā