Lahore, August 09, 2021 (PPI-OT):Soon after the meeting of Ittehad Bain Ul Muslimeen Committee chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar, a joint declaration was issued with the consensus of Ulema and Scholars of all schools of thought. The joint declaration was stated that the role of Ulema and religious scholars for setting up Pakistan as well as to maintain its stability is a bright chapter of our history The circumstances of the beloved homeland demands that scholars and religious figures should continue to play their role for national unity, stability, religious harmony and to maintain law and order situation.
It was also mentioned in the joint declaration that “Through the Government of Punjab, religious scholars and Ulema assure the nation that they are fully aware of the requirements of the security and defence of the homeland and they will stand beside the nation, united and firm, in the time of trial. It was stated in the joint declaration that the scholars and Zakireen will adopt a moderate and positive attitude in their sermons to avoid sectarian tensions. Our religion Islam teaches us the lesson of tolerance towards non-Muslims and guarantees the protection of their worship places.
The scholars in their speeches should also emphasize tolerance, humanity and unity of the Ummah and completely avoid highlighting the mutual differences. The joint declaration also mentioned that Ulema and scholars will fully cooperate with the administration to maintain law and order during Muharram ul Haraam and especially ensure the implementation of Corona SOPs. Scholars of all schools of thought are also agreed upon not to hurt the sentiments of any Muslim, for which they will adhere to the policy of “do not leave your sect and do not criticize the sect of others”.
It was also stated in the joint declaration that terrorism and killings in the name of religion are anti-Islamic and Ulema and Scholars strongly condemn it. They will avoid all such speeches and writings which may cause annoyance and provocation to any school of thought. The Islamic State guarantees good treatment with the non-Muslim citizens, especially the protection of their worship places and we should ensure it. The strong condemnation was made in the joint statement on the attack on the temple in Bhongh Rahim Yar Khan.
The meeting pays tribute to the sacrifices made by the Pakistan Army, police and other law enforcement agencies for the defence and integrity of the beloved motherland and we salute the bravery and courage of our brave sons of the soil. It was further stated that the country is passing through a critical phase and in this time of trial we all should show patience, courage and foresightedness for the strengthening and stability of our dear homeland. We pray to Allah Almighty to protect the country and May our efforts to ensure strengthening, unity and integrity among us yield positive results.
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