ABSTRACT

The term interfaith harmony means that all the divine religions have the same origin which is coherent and matchless. The rules and regulations prescribed in all religions stand as equal in comparison with each other. When Hazrat Jaffer recited the verses of Surah e Maryum in the court of Najashi, his courtier praised it with these words: ‘verily, the origin of these verses and those of Christ’s is same’ and Najashi said,’ indeed, this light of revelation emits from the same flame’ [1]. Due to this harmony, society flourishes and every individual contributes in its diversity with his creativity and individuality. This divine message brings people together and makes them learn tolerance, forgiveness, moderation, patience and unity .And keeps them away from spiritual diseases such as violence, anxiety and extremism. The manifestation of life in every particle of the universe shows that everything is intimated with each other. In the stagnancy of mountain, flow of rivers, fragrance of flower and blow of the wind one finds the reflection of life in many folds and colors. Allah descanted man as his representative and divided them in different tribes. He can be seen scattered all around the globe holding different positions, but as Allah’s representatives they all are equal. In today’s modern world where distances mean nothing to us, we can promote peace and harmony in the light of Quran and other divine scriptures. We can also promote positive behaviors and should curb ill behaviors such as anxiety, extremism, angriness and violence. Unfortunately, Pakistan has become the victim of such social evils. It is duty upon her citizens to create the environment of harmony and tolerance. Keywords: Religious tolerance; Interfaith Harmony; Quran and other divine scriptures

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2019/8.7.4765