Coexistence
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What do Ibn Battuta’s world travels tell us today?
Cordial relationship between Jews, Christian and Muslims in Gaza...Read MoreFebruary 10, 2024 2261 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 4093 2 -
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 1436 0 -
Why Napoleon provides Macron the way to bridge-building with French Muslims
As I write these lines, it appears that Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, has declared war on Islam after the tragic and unacceptable beheading of Samuel Paty, the French teacher. As a teacher myself, I...October 30, 2020 1191 0 -
Where does hope lie in trying times?
In a time of misunderstanding among different communities, a rising pandemic, and adjustments in a new digital era, where can individuals find a beacon of light? On July 16th, Ambassador Akbar Ahmed, former Pakistani High Commissioner...August 5, 2020 1314 0 -
Book traces Sikh legacy in Pakistan; positives of peaceful coexistence
Nankana Sahib, the spiritual center of Sikhism. Photo: Jeev/Wikipedia The Sikh community, spread around the globe, has always had the highest association with the place of their spiritual origin in Pakistan’s Nankana Sahib district in Punjab...May 16, 2018 1021 0
