On 'Day of the Sun,' Seoul Prays for N. Korean Revival

By George Thomas

CBN News Sr. Reporter

Friday, April 13, 2012

SEOUL, South Korea -- April 15 is known in North Korea as the "Day of the Sun" in honor of late President Kim Il Sung's 100th birthday.

It's one of the most important dates in recent history for the communist nation.

The 'Eternal President'

Even though he died in 1994, Kim is called the "Eternal President" and is worshipped like a god.

Dressed in their finest, thousands will travel to the capital city of Pyongyang Sunday from across North Korea. They'll march up to the giant statue of Kim and on cue, bow.

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