Mumbai to Host Inter-Religious Conclave on Rejecting Extremism
Inter-religious conclave on May 9 to call for rejecting extremism
Hindustan Times
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The Inter-Religious Solidarity Council (IRSC) is organizing a conclave in Mumbai on May 9, focusing on rejecting extremism and promoting harmony with nature. The event will gather religious leaders and academics to foster dialogue and compassion amidst rising polarization.
- 01The conclave titled 'Sacred Earth, Shared Humanity' aims to reject extremism across all religions.
- 02Keynote address by T. M. Krishna, a renowned artist and Ramon Magsaysay Award winner.
- 03Panel discussions will include leaders from various religious institutions and civil society.
- 04The event emphasizes common values like compassion and truth to strengthen social fabric.
- 05The conclave will conclude with a Carnatic music performance by T. M. Krishna.
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On May 9, the Inter-Religious Solidarity Council (IRSC) will host a conclave in Mumbai titled ‘Sacred Earth, Shared Humanity: Rethinking Religious Ethos in the Age of Crisis.’ This significant event aims to reject extremism in all religions and promote harmony with nature. Keshav Chandra Das, convenor of IRSC and a member of ISKCON, emphasized the urgency of fostering social harmony in today's polarized environment. The conclave will feature discussions led by religious leaders, civil society members, and academics, focusing on shared values such as compassion and service to humanity. Notable speakers include T. M. Krishna, who will deliver the keynote address, and Najeeb Jung, who will chair the session. The event will also include insights from various leaders, including those from the Ramakrishna Mission and the Archdiocese of Bombay. The conclave aims to encourage dialogue across faiths and will conclude with an evening of Carnatic music performed by T. M. Krishna and his team, reinforcing the IRSC's commitment to promoting peace and harmony through cultural practices.
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The conclave seeks to foster social harmony and reduce religious extremism, which can positively affect community relations in Mumbai.
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