Some
of the wars and conflicts of the past and present were fought over land and resources,
but many have been over religious differences. In this past century, a global
interfaith movement has been growing, helping to raise consciousness about the
need for tolerance and understanding between different cultures and religions.
This movement has helped highlight the common goals that most religions share,
such as the Golden Rule, which is at the heart of nearly all religious traditions.
At the same time,
many throughout the world are discovering that 'spirituality' -- a deep connection
to a greater purpose for humanity -- is an important driving force in their lives,
even if they aren't religious.
UNESCO
(the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is currently
developing a strategy for Interfaith Cooperation for Peace, working with governments
and religious and spiritual NGOs affiliated with the United Nations.
World
Spirituality Day is an opportunity for all who value spirituality in their lives
to connect and unite in our wish for a more peaceful, just and sustainable world
based on values grounded in our deeper spiritual connection to each other and
the world around us.
Links
World
Spirituality Day
The Interfaith Alliance
The Interfaith Center
of New York
Interfaith Youth
Core
The
Network of Spiritual Progressives
The
Temple of Understanding
United
Religions Initiative
The
World Peace Prayer Society
Interfaith
Day of Cooperation for Peace - June 22
SPIRITUALITY
Quotes
Spirituality
Day Handout - PDF
(distribute freely
with copyright notice)
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