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Global Peace – An Islamic Perspective ACET– Global Peace Project

“Discrimination saying “this one is a relative; this other one is a stranger” is for the mean-

minded. For those who’re known as magnanimous, the entire world constitutes but a family.”

(Panchatantra, 3rd century BC)

Hinduism preaches understanding and discourages the judgement of others. A verse of the

scripture Ramayana calls to attention the fact that no individual can be perfect, and that every
person is likely to make mistakes.

“One should never harm the wicked or the good or even animals meriting death. A noble soul

will exercise compassion even towards those who enjoy injuring others or cruel deeds. Who is

without fault?” (Translation from Ramayana of Valmiki)

The beliefs of Karma and reincarnation are strong forces that prevent Hindus from harming

or killing a human being. A common Hindu belief is that what a person does to others will be
done to that individual in the next lifetime. This belief contributes to peace in the Hindu society.

“May there be peace in the heavens, peace in the atmosphere, peace on the earth. Let there

be coolness in the water, healing in the herbs and peace radiating from the trees. Let there be

harmony in the planets and in the stars, and perfection in eternal knowledge. May everything

in the universe be at peace. Let peace pervade everywhere, at all times. May I experience that
peace within my own heart.” (36.17, Translation from Yajur Veda)

JUDAISM

Judaism is one of the oldest monotheistic religions practiced in the world, with roots based

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in the Middle East for more than 3,000 years. Judaism has over 14 million followers in the
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world today, with most of them residing in Israel, Canada, France and the USA. Its teachings
are based on the Torah, the Holy Book of Judaism. [22]

Peace, justice, and truth are the three key values central to this religion, with some Jewish

people stating that peace is the ultimate purpose of the Torah, and a guiding principle that

Jews should follow. Judaism teaches that even in the face of violence, peaceful resolution

should always be pursued first for self-protection and the maintenance of order, rather than
resorting to violence.

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