Latest in: Interfaith
He was Christian and I am Muslim but the essence of religions is humanity...Read More
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Making a Mensch: Kindness and Integrity
Mensch International Foundation Awards...Read MoreSeptember 22, 2022 2424 0 -
Indian American’s interfaith marriages initiative honored with award
Officiating the milestone of love ...Read MoreApril 17, 2022 1939 0 -
The Mingling of the Oceans
Taj Mahal, a symbol of love, was built by Emperor Shah Jahan, father of Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb, in the 17th century, Image: Rajesnewdelhi/Wikipedia THE BRIGHT LIGHT When in 1652, Dara Shikoh was formally declared the...December 25, 2021 4761 2 -
Lighting the path to harmony with the help of Islamic philosophy
Where can we find “unity in diversity”? This question is on the minds of many in today’s tumultuous network of political, cultural, and religious rivalries, which made the lecture event that took place last week all...July 16, 2021 2269 0 -
A prayer for coexistence in the time of pandemic
In a typical, non-pandemic year, the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington DC hosts an Interfaith Iftar Dinner during every Ramadan with direct interpersonal interaction and dialogue among people of diverse backgrounds. But this is not a...May 8, 2021 1525 0 -
An Andalusian philosopher who can help foster peace between Jews and Muslims
There are, perhaps, few figures in Jewish history who can match the stature of the celebrated Rabbi Maimonides. For the Jews the inscription on his tombstone in Tiberius, Israel, describes his extraordinary status: “From Moses to...February 13, 2021 1728 0 -
Why interfaith friendships matter in our fractured world
Just 3 years ago, Pew Research Center found that fifty-five percent of Protestant Christians in the U.S. surveyed believed that Islam and democracy are naturally incompatible. The media often perpetuate this alleged incompatibility, and yet, great...September 25, 2020 1666 0
