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How and when did Lebanon become Muslim-majority?
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Submitted by Bernie (United Kingdom), Jul 15, 2011 at 10:39
Lebanon not too long ago was a Christian-majority state. What changed it so quickly?
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Daniel Pipes replies:
No, the modern state of Lebanon never had a Christian majority. It was, however, dominated by Christians until 35 years ago.
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