Harvard Divinity School

Islam, Tradition, and Resources for Nonviolent Conflict Transformation

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Sinopsis

The Islamic tradition and Muslim communities have rich and long legacies of teachings, practices, and precedents for prioritizing nonviolent approaches to conflict transformation. Two leading scholar-practitioners discuss theological, spiritual, and practical resources for peace in Islamic scripture and tradition, historical cases, and implications for our contemporary world. Dr. A. Rashied Omar speaks on “Justice and Compassion: Embodying the Core Values of Peacebuilding in Islam” Afra Jalabi speaks on “In Search of the Lost Hero: The ‘Muslim’ as a Peace-Maker: Reflections on the Theory and Practice of Islamic Nonviolence and its New Possibilities” Moderated by Prof. Jocelyne Cesari Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.