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Religious scholars advocate culture of respect for tolerant society
[Pak Daily Times] Chairman Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), Maulana Muhammad Khan Sherani on Monday said the culture of respect of opinion and patience would help establish tolerance in the society.
"I say Israel, you say:"
*mass foaming at mouth*
"Ok, we won't even try Jooooos. Y'all clearly aren't ready for actual tolerance."
Addressing the inaugural ceremony of a workshop as chief guest, he said it was imperative to change ourselves first and than it would be possible to bring about a positive change in society.

The two-day workshop, "Role of Aima and Khutba in establishment of a society with mutual respect and tolerance" was organised by the Shariah Academy of International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) and International Forum for promotion of tolerance, Jordan.

The ceremony was presided over by Director General Shariah Academy Dr Muhammad Tahir Mansoori while renowned scholars including Maulana Mufti Muhammad Zahid of Jamia Imdadia Faisalabad
...formerly known as Lyallpur, the third largest metropolis in Pakistain, the second largest in Punjab after Lahore. It is named after some Arab because the Paks didn't have anybody notable of their own to name it after...
, Maulana Abdul-Aziz Hanif, Khateeb Jamia Masjid G-6 Islamabad and Dr Sohail Hassan, Director General Islamic Research Institute IIUI were also present on the occasion.

Maulana Sheerani said if they did not impose their views forcibly on others they would be able to lead our society towards peace and prosperity.
...And unanimous Sunnism of the right sort?
"We should renounce sectarianism, lack of tolerance and bias attitude to face the upcoming challenges of the world, Ummah certainly needs unity
For a given definition of unity that shall remain undefined...
and in order to achieve this goal Mohammedans should mould their lives according to the teachings of Islam" he said.

He discussed tolerance with the references of various religions in his address and stressed upon the Mohammedans to apply this salient feature of Islam in their practical lives.

Chairman CII added that Aima could play vital role to produce a tolerant and cooperative society.

Maulana Mufti Muhammad Zahid and Maulana Abdul-Aziz Haneef also delivered speeches on the occasion and enlightened participants with valuable information on the topic.

Earlier, Dr Tahir Mansoori in his welcoming remarks said difference of opinion should not be a source of conflict but the society should discourage rigidity in views.

He also highlighted the goals and objectives of the workshop. The workshop will conclude on Tuesday.
Shiites, Ahmaddis, Christians, Hindus... Yeah, I thought so.

Posted by: Fred 2013-06-18
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