Learn about the history and ideals of East religion such as Islam or Judaism can lead to a better understanding of their faithful. And through greater understanding and tolerance, it is possible to dissolve the prejudice and hatred.
While it is true that there can be some of the most ferocious wars it came from religion, advocate groups have worked to put an end to the conflict not to take weapons. On the other hand, provide means to increase the understanding of these differences at the same time realizing the similarities between each religion.
To do this, the Foundation for Intercultural, interreligious research and dialogue (FIIRD) has focused on education as a means to foster the understanding of each monotheistic religion of the Middle East. FIIRD developed a program with this aim in the University of Geneva and then published a collection of books - a compiled Edition of the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament and the Koran. With these three books compiled together, readers can notice how every sacred text maintains ties with others.
Meanwhile, the press of the University of Texas has dedicated their publishing rights to disseminate information on free themes to more cultural knowledge. The Middle East, they say, has a suspension of significantly large in the international politics of United States, as well as its economy. As such, it is difficult to ignore them as an undisputed factor in international culture. Thus, these publications try to inform readers of different aspects of the Middle East, giving them access to a path of understanding.
While religions such as Judaism, Christianity and Islam have their differences, it should be noted that they have similarities that may surprise those who finally learn about them. Each monotheistic religion of East defends and encourages the same fundamental values. Values fundamental as the honor to life, do no harm to people, them they want to do good and the belief in a God are held sacred in all of them, no matter how each approach differs.
Long time has passed the age put an end to the conflict by the sword and violence. Today, many only want peace and understanding. But simply wanting to do not you will spend, but should, rather, take steps to make it happen.
Violence begets violence. In the same way, peace begets peace. To begin to lay the foundations for a brighter future, we need to create understanding polite conversation. With many organizations and programs now open to everyone, anyone can take a step forward and begin walking the path to a peaceful future.
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The lift Foundation is an organization nonprofit that aims to increase education in the culture of the Middle East. Approach to main additional studies in the religion of the Middle East, the Foundation is open to any questions at TheLevantFoundation.com or call 713-222-6900.