People need to unite for peace, asserts Pope during interfaith meeting
Pope Leo XIV has delivered a powerful message at the eighth Congress of the Leaders of World and Traditional Religions in Astana, Kazakhstan. The global interfaith forum, which brought together more than 100 delegations from about 60 countries, was themed "Dialogue of Religions: Synergy for the Future."
In his address, the Pope prayed for the Almighty to bless their efforts and bring forth abundant fruits for the good of all people. He envisioned a future of peace, fraternity, and solidarity, calling for the commitment of all.
The Pope's message emphasized that collaboration is not a call to erase differences, but rather an invitation to embrace diversity as a source of mutual enrichment. According to him, working together in harmony is a reflection of the deeper order of reality and aligns with the very fabric of our shared existence as members of the one human family.
The Catholic Church seeks to foster authentic synergy by bringing the distinct gifts of each tradition to the table of encounter. The Pope believes that synergy is a powerful sign of hope for all humanity, revealing that religion is not a source of conflict but a wellspring of healing and reconciliation.
Pope Leo XIV acknowledged and respected the 'true and holy' aspects in other religions. He wrote that authentic religious impulses foster dialogue and cooperation, grounded in our innate awareness of interdependence.
Notable participants at the conference included Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow, Egyptian Sheikh Ahmad el-Tayeb, grand imam of al-Azhar, representatives of various religions such as Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, Shinto, and international organizations, scholars, and public figures.
Religious leaders standing together in defense of society's most vulnerable, planting trees, or raising a united voice in support of human dignity, are a sign of faith uniting more than dividing. The Pope's message encourages praying side by side, serving shoulder to shoulder, and speaking with one voice wherever human dignity is at risk.
In conclusion, the Pope's address at the global interfaith forum in Astana, Kazakhstan, serves as a reminder that collaboration, respect, and understanding among different faiths are crucial in fostering a future of peace, fraternity, and solidarity.
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