One key way in which Lebanese Jews were able to maintain this cultural identity was through the Lebanese Constitution.
The present Lebanese Constitution officially acknowledges 18 religious groups (see below).
During his mandate that ended in 1929, he was very instrumental in the establishment of the Lebanese Constitution and the Monetary and fiscal systems.
Under the Lebanese Constitution, the President must be a Maronite Christian.
Under the Lebanese Constitution, the Speaker of the Parliament must be a Shiite Moslem.
The Lebanese Constitution says elections must be announced a month in advance.
The Lebanese Constitution provides for freedom of religion and the freedom to practice all religious rites provided that the public order is not disturbed.
The Coptic Orthodox Church is one of the 18 religious sects recognized by the Lebanese Constitution.
His term in office ended in September 1988, (six years as per the Lebanese Constitution).
The Lebanese Constitution has little mechanism for impeachment, short of treason.