On the occasion of the Day of Knowledge, Writing and Scholastics, His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch, Catholicos of All Armenians sent a congratulatory message to teachers, students and schoolchildren from the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin.
In the patriarchal message it is stated:
"From the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin we convey our Patriarchal Blessing to all Armenians on the occasion of the Day of Knowledge, Writing and Scholastics and congratulate teachers, students and schoolchildren on the start of the new academic school year.
You are starting a new year of hard work and acquisition of knowledge and it will serve to enrich your knowledge and capabilities, become educated with spiritual values taught by devoted educators.
In a continuously developing world, more importance is attached to knowledge and education which, in all times, have been the light for mind and soul and a condition for the advancement and development of mankind. The achievements in your studies must serve for nation-building and the welfare of all Armenians. Study with love and God will bless you more for your diligence.
We wish that with the blessing of God you reach much success and that our children's studies and the teachers' appreciative service be marked with achievements."