The recent Alexandria incident has sparked widespread concern and raised questions about the underlying reasons that may lead someone to take their own life.

In an important statement, a religious authority emphasized that suicide is strictly forbidden, as it represents a serious violation against the sanctity of life, which is highly valued and protected.

However, he also stressed the importance of a deeper understanding of such tragedies, warning against reducing them solely to weak faith. Many cases, he explained, are driven by severe mental health conditions such as depression, which can impair judgment and eliminate a person’s sense of hope.

He noted that mental illness is as serious as physical illness and requires proper care, medical attention, and compassion rather than blame or judgment.

The statement also called for greater awareness of mental health, encouraging individuals facing psychological struggles to seek professional help, while emphasizing the role of family and society in offering support.

He concluded by reaffirming that preserving life is a core principle, and that faith encourages both prevention and seeking treatment for any form of illness.

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