(Ahlul Bayt News Agency) – Seven Shia clerics from Saudi Arabia released a statement announcing their support for the proposal by Saudi King Abdullah for launching an Islamic interfaith center in Riyadh.
According to the Shia clerics the plan would oppose religious, regional and ideological divisions as threats for Islamic unity.
These clerics also expressed hope that the center would found bases for real dialogues, supporting a civil society and also citizenship rights.
Shia scholars also urged for prevention of violence and elimination of discriminatory policies as well as social reforms.
They reiterated application of peaceful means in public moves and warned against spreading rumors which would create chaos and confusion in the country.
Attacking a person living peacefully among Muslims is a big crime, the scholars said. “So, how can we attack persons who follow our religion and who are our brothers in religion and citizens of our country. We should respect the sacredness of blood, security and stability of citizens,” they said.
Categories: Asia, Intra-Religious Tolerance, Islam, Islamic Unity, Saudi Arabia
Interesting how the Saudi papers present the same News:
http://arabnews.com/intellectuals-qatif-back-appeal-ummah-unity