Questions: 1) In 1 paragraph briefly explain how the Five Pillars promote both inner peace and outward peace. 2) Which of the two jihads is considered the more important? How does this view differ from the western view of jihad? 3) Why do you think that both religious traditions would highlight the Israel/ Palestine conflict in their pursuit of peace? 4) Do you think it is fair to say that the intervention of non-Muslim countries in Muslim countries is similar to terrorism? Why or Why not? Interfaith contributions to Peace Interfaith dialogue is the between different religious groups and has attempted to build better relationships across religions and to ensure faith is not used to justify violence. The Geneva Spiritual Appeal in1999 addressed religious causes of human suffering and was attended by Christians, Jews, Muslims and secular groups. In Australia the Columban Centre for Christian –Muslim Relations aims at educating adherents of both religions about the other’s faith and promote peace. In the MiddleEast there are a number of movements and organisations that aim to develop peace in the Middle East in particularly in the Israel/Palestine conflict. You can view these organisations at www.middleastweb.org/mewgroups.htm. The Goodness and Kindness Campaign in Australia (established by a Jewish man, Christian man and Islamic man) has been established to teach school children about religious tolerance. Complete the following table Christianity Inner Peace is achieved through… 3 examples how this is achieved World peace is achieved through…
Questions: 1) In 1 paragraph briefly explain how the Five Pillars promote both inner peace and outward peace. 2) Which of the two jihads is considered the more important? How does this view differ from the western view of jihad? 3) Why do you think that both religious traditions would highlight the Israel/ Palestine conflict in their pursuit of peace? 4) Do you think it is fair to say that the intervention of non-Muslim countries in Muslim countries is similar to terrorism? Why or Why not? Interfaith contributions to Peace Interfaith dialogue is the between different religious groups and has attempted to build better relationships across religions and to ensure faith is not used to justify violence. The Geneva Spiritual Appeal in1999 addressed religious causes of human suffering and was attended by Christians, Jews, Muslims and secular groups. In Australia the Columban Centre for Christian –Muslim Relations aims at educating adherents of both religions about the other’s faith and promote peace. In the MiddleEast there are a number of movements and organisations that aim to develop peace in the Middle East in particularly in the Israel/Palestine conflict. You can view these organisations at www.middleastweb.org/mewgroups.htm. The Goodness and Kindness Campaign in Australia (established by a Jewish man, Christian man and Islamic man) has been established to teach school children about religious tolerance. Complete the following table Christianity Inner Peace is achieved through… 3 examples how this is achieved World peace is achieved through…