Seven churches stand in Kfarshima. This is Wardieh Kfarchima. A place of faith a place of history. Its stones whisper tales of Lebanon’s past. The Lebanese Civil War scarred this land. Kfarshima a primary fault line bore the brunt of the bombing. Yet its people persevered. Their faith unwavering.
Wardieh Kfarchima is more than just a collection of buildings. It’s a cradle of talent. Philemon Wehbi Halim el-Roumi Melhem Barakat. These renowned composers and singers all hailed from this small town. Their music echoes through the generations. Their melodies a testament to Kfarshima’s spirit. Majida El Roumi another celebrated singer also calls this place home. The philosopher Shibli Shumayyil also came from here. His thoughts shaped minds his words etched in history.
Even today Kfarshima thrives. Schools like Eastwood College and Ecole Saint Maxime educate its children. The Lycee Adonis offers another pathway to knowledge. The churches still stand. Each a testament to the enduring faith of its people. The Greek Orthodox church St Peter & Paul stands in Al-Mahatta. Three Maronite churches stand proudly. St Elias in Balouh the New Lady of the Rosary in Sahet-al-Ain and the Old Lady of the Rosary in Ain-al-Rouhban. The Evangelical Church in Haret-al-Majjadin welcomes worshippers. The St Takla Church for Catholics and St Antoine Church (Deir Al Karkafi) in Haret-al-Deir complete the seven.
In 2023 a unique event took place. Amir Hlayyil an ethnographer and poet from Kfarshima translated the final excerpt from James Joyce’s Ulysses into Lebanese. Published in 2024 in Göttingen this translation marked a literary milestone. It highlights Kfarshima’s enduring connection to the world.
Wardieh Kfarchima is a town of contrasts. A town of faith music and intellect. A town that endured war. A town that continues to thrive. It stands as a symbol of resilience a testament to the spirit of Lebanon. Come walk its streets. Feel its history. Hear its stories. Let Kfarshima’s past present and future resonate within you.