What Does the Quran State About Killing Human Beings?
English book, p. 215
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
What is the Formula to Promote Harmony Between Adherents of Different Religions? There are about a dozen major religions worldwide and innumerable smaller religions and sects. Differences and disagreements might occasionally arise that can sometimes lead to conflict. So, how can we create an atmosphere of acceptance among the adherents of these religions to live in peace and harmony? Two solutions are often offered in this regard: (1) Removing religion altogether and (2) Accepting all religions as equally true and thus as the same. Removing religion altogether, even if it is possible (which is not), will not solve anything. The urge to believe in a greater power is strongly inherent in human nature, and human nature cannot be changed. On the other hand, the idea that all religions are identical does not accord with facts and also may not give inner conviction to a person who believes in a particular religion. Hence, the only workable solution lies in adopting a policy of religious tolerance and respect for other people’s religious convictions. Everyone should be entitled to follow what they think is best and profess their belief in it while respecting the beliefs of others. This is based on the principle of mutual respect which is the way to promote harmony between people who subscribe to different belief systems. SOME FAQs RELATED TO INTERFAITH DIALOGUE

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