RELIGIOUS ACTORS IN THE MIDDLE EAST

27 & 28 June 2006, Jerusalem. The Truman Institute and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung give the opportunity to religious actors of various backgrounds (Muslims, Christians, Jews) to share with the audience their opinions, fears and hopes for peace and understanding in the Middle East.

Further than that, for instance speaker Eliyahu McLean (observing Jew) spoke about the "do´s and don´ts" in interfaith peacemaking. He pointed out how important it is to really respect one anothers religions and act accordingly ... for example if Jews would be invited to an interfaith gathering, to have kosher food prepared etc... little, but important signs that help to built a feeling of trust and respect.

Also the Christian Petra Heldt - holder of the German award "Bundesverdienstkreuz" - gave a remarkable talk, showing through indepth research what role do Christians (that comprise less then 2 percent in the Holy Land!) play, where they are welcomed and where they are actually persecuted by their Muslim and Jewish brothers (for more information on her talk, you are welcome to contact: welcome@henzlerworks.com).

 
Lars Hansel, representant of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, addreses the public...


 
Muslim speaker Saulih Sam Moghrabi shares his opinion with the audience.


 
Sufi Sheikh Bukhari points out in a meditative way the importance to live and love from the heart, no matter what religion.


 
The religious actors in the middle east smile and hope for peace in a near future.


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