COLOMBO :, A group of religious leaders who met in Colombo recently said here that war is not the solution and peace can be achieved through peaceful dialogue,
The group comprised Sri Lanka Inter Religious Leaders, representing the National Interfaith Clergy Fellowship of Sri Lanka, Chairman Ven. Dr.Sasthrapathi Galagama Dammaransi Nayaka Thero for Buddhist Affairs, Rev.Dr.Siva Shri Babu Sharma Kurukkal Co-Chairman for Hindu Affairs, Al-Haj Ash-Seyed Dr.Hassan Moulana Al-Quadiri Co-Chairman for Muslim Affairs and Rev.Dr. Father Nishan Sampath Cooray General Secretary and Christian Affairs,
They Issued this joint statement following their participation in the International Human Rights Global Mission, held as part of the Peace Seminar Program at the BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka on June 22
” In our unified voice as religious leaders from diverse faiths, we strongly declare that war is not the solution for achieving world peace. In a world torn by conflict, hatred, and division, we believe now more than ever that the path to peace lies in dialogue, mutual respect, and non-violence.”
“We urgently call for an immediate cessation of all ongoing wars and violent conflicts, including those in Israel, Palestine, Iran, Russia, Ukraine, and elsewhere around the globe. The loss of innocent lives, destruction of communities, and deepening divisions serve only to move humanity further from the peace we all seek.
” We encourage global leaders, governments, and people of all faiths to reject war as a means of resolving disputes. We advocate instead for peaceful negotiations, reconciliation, and diplomacy—values deeply rooted in all our religious teachings.”
” Let us be clear: Peace is not born from the battlefield but from the willingness to listen and understand.
Let us talk, not fight. Let us heal, not harm.:”
