Plans are being made for a dialogue between Catholics and Muslims to be held later this year. The Pope is expected to play a role in the talks.
These are the world's two major monotheistic religions. There are doctrinal differences but there is also much common ground between them. There are also misunderstandings.
A rift was caused two years ago when the Pope made a speech quoting some ancient text that criticised Islam. After protests all around the world, he expressed his regret.
Let us hope that the dialogue will lead to genuine improvement in relations and mutual tolerance and respect.
These are the world's two major monotheistic religions. There are doctrinal differences but there is also much common ground between them. There are also misunderstandings.
A rift was caused two years ago when the Pope made a speech quoting some ancient text that criticised Islam. After protests all around the world, he expressed his regret.
Let us hope that the dialogue will lead to genuine improvement in relations and mutual tolerance and respect.
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