Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: The Second Multi-Religious Peace Roundtable

Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: The Second Multi-Religious Peace Roundtable

8 February 2024, New York City: Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, with the support of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), proudly announce the convening of the second “Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables”, scheduled to take place from 19-21 February 2024, in Tokyo, Japan.

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The Enduring Revelation in Islam: Embracing Mystical and Collective Wisdom as Ongoing Revelation

The Enduring Revelation in IslamIn the present age, where the world is characterized by rapid change and diverse perspectives, the significance of collective revelation becomes even more apparent. As Muslims, we should recognize the transformative potential embedded within our mythology and reflectively embrace its wisdom, writes Dr. Adis Duderija.

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On International Day of Human Fraternity, eyes turn toward bridging divides

Zayed Award for Human Fraternity 2024At a virtual event organized by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and co-sponsored by the Permanent Missions of the United Arab Emirates and Egypt to the United Nations, Member States, religious leaders, faith actors, and civil society representatives gathered for a commemoration of the historic meeting on 4 February 2019, between His Holiness Pope Francis and His Eminence the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Ahmad al-Tayeb, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, which led to the signing of the “Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together.”

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The Pope and the Muslims: An Interview

Pope Francis and Grand Sheikh Al-Tayyeb Will Pope Francis still be travelling to Riyadh? What will be the outcome of his planned visit to Indonesia? How important is his friendship with Grand Sheikh al-Tayyeb? Interview with Islamic scholar Felix Koerner, five years after the Abu Dhabi document "on human fraternity".

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International Day of Human Fraternity 2024

International Day of Human Fraternity 2024On December 21, 2020, the General Assembly of the United Nations, during its 75th plenary session, established that February 4 of each year be dedicated as an International Day of Human Fraternity. The UN statement reads that by adopting this resolution, the Assembly invites member states to celebrate this day “to promote interreligious and intercultural dialogue.

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Military Security or Human Security? A Vision for Australia today

Pax Christi LogoPax Christi will conduct an interactive webinar as a first step to exploring a deeper conversation about our security as a nation. What will give human security as we step day by day into a future bounded by the uncertainty of AUKUS, ANZUS or any other pact we may have entered into as a sovereign nation? These, and other questions will be explored in an online webinar on 29 February.

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For Meditators who experience adverse reactions to meditation

For Meditators who experience adverse reactions to meditation

The Contemplative Studies Centre (Melboure University) in partnership with Cheetah House are extending the pioneering subsidy program aimed at assisting individuals experiencing difficulties in their meditation practice.

Under this scheme, eligible meditators in Australia and New Zealand can access significant services such as private consultations, group support and education, provided by Cheetah House at a highly reduced cost until 31 December 2024.

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NSW police say analysis shows pro-Palestine chant in viral Sydney Opera House video was ‘where’s the Jews?’

NSW police say analysis shows pro-Palestine chant in viral Sydney Opera House video was ‘where’s the Jews?’

Independent expert says with ‘overwhelming certainty’ the phrase was not ‘gas the Jews’, as was widely reported around the world. NSW police say analysis shows pro-Palestine chant in viral Sydney Opera House video was ‘where’s the Jews?’

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Commission for Social Development: 62nd Session

Commission for Social Development: 62nd Session

From 5-14 February 2024, delegates from UN Member States, civil society, and other stakeholders will convene at the United Nations headquarters in New York for the 62nd session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD62). A number of faith organisations will be participating and making contributions. The focus is Sustainable Development Goal #1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere

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Webinar “From Nicaea, Walking Together to Unity: the beginning of a new beginning

Webinar “From Nicaea, Walking Together to Unity: the beginning of a new beginning

A webinar on 8 February, “From Nicaea, Walking Together to Unity: the beginning of a new beginning,” will offer deep reflections on the Council of Nicaea and its enduring legacy for Christians today. The Nicaean Council had highlighted the values of Christianity. We too are called today to light the Cross and Resurrection: hope in a time of anguish and conflicts.

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