India believes in taking everyone together in the journey towards development says PM Modi; Jordan King Abdullah II reciprocates
New Delhi, March 1: The world's largest democracy, democracy in India is not only a political system but a fundamental basis for equality, diversity and harmony. Indian Democracy is a celebration of our age-old plurality, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the ‘Islamic Heritage: Promoting Understanding and Moderation’. Also, King Abdullah II pitched for world peace saying that Jordan is working globally towards peace.
Jordan King Abdullah II also paid his address at ‘Islamic Heritage: Promoting Understanding and Moderation’.
PM Modi stressed saying that "Our neighbouring country, Jordan, is situated on a land from where the message of God was sent out across the globe. The religions from the whole world have been flourished in Indian soil and took the form of life. The peace and tranquillity of peace is spread all over the world by the charm of India.”
Further PM Modi said that from here the ancient philosophy of India and the combined tradition of the love and humanism of Sufis have given the basic unity of mankind. This sense of human integrity has given India the vision of 'Vasudhaiva kutumbakam'. India has always united the whole world together in her open arms of integrity.
With pride, PM Modi continued saying that every Indian is proud of its unique diversity. On the heritage of diversity, and on diverse heritage; whether it speaks a language, whether the lamp is burnt in the temple or prays in the mosque, whether it is praying in the church or singing in the gurudwara! Our efforts are to walk together towards the success of everyone. The fate of all the nations is linked to the growth of every urban country.
Further, he said that the religion cannot be inhuman. Every tradition, every sect, every tradition is meant to promote human values. Also, no religion teaches us to be intolerant and violent.
Lauding Jordan King Abdullah PM Modi said that I appreciate King Abdullah’s work towards de-radicalization.
Further Jordan King Abdullah took the stage and said that we have shared a responsibility to bring peace in the world. We need to spread the message of peace and love. Today the fight is against hatred and violence. Also, he added that Humanity unites all religions.
He further pointed that too much of what is heard in news & what is seen about religion today is all about what separates people. Around the world, suspicions are inflamed by what different groups don't know about others. Such ideologies of hate distort the word of God to stir conflict.
Fight against terror is not fight between religions, King Abdullah II stressed. Islam is not about radicalization, faith inspires both our countries. Over everything, Humanity unites all religions, he added.
My highest priority is to stand by the people of Jordan and secure a better future of all. My fellow Christians and Muslims work together not only for their country but also for those from outside, King Abdullah continued. Compassion, mercy and tolerance - These are values shared by Muslims around the world. They are required for us to act together for a common future, he added. We, both Muslims and non-Muslims, have the power to build a better future for the entire world.
Stressing on the need for a secured future, Abdullah II said, "We cannot afford to allow the young ones to live without hope. We need to build strong successful countries. And it is our defence against turmoil and promise of secured and peaceful future which will help us achieve this."
“Jordan is working globally for dialogue in peace. The world is one family. However different our countries and people are, we have shared responsibility to each other as well as future," said Jordan King Abdullah II. Today's global war against terror is not a fight between different religions or people. It is between all faiths and communities against extremism, hate and violence, King added.
Further the stage was taken forward by Mahmoud Madani, General Secretary of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, launched Urdu edition of ‘True Meaning of Islam”. He said that interest of Indian Muslims and India can never be separate. Communalism in India is promoted by vested interests. Every single individual has been tied together with love before any religion, sect, language, etc.
Spoke on the the contributions of Lord Ram, Mahatma Gandhi who united everyone under the umbrella of ‘equality’. Lauding Muslims, he said that Muslim is who is not a threat to any human. Also he added that Islam will be playing the major role in wiping out terrorism.
Today early morning Jordan King Abdullah II received ceremonial reception by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan. King Abdullah arrived in India on Wednesday early morning on his 3-day tour.