emirates7 - The Muslim Council of Elders, under the leadership of His Eminence Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, has reaffirmed that the International Day of Human Fraternity is a tribute to the universal values that unite humanity, emphasizing that all people are part of a single global family bound by shared principles.
The Council stressed the necessity of joint efforts to advance dialogue, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and human fraternity among individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
In a statement issued on this occasion, the Council highlighted that 4th February marks the sixth anniversary of the signing of the Document on Human Fraternity, a historic agreement signed in Abu Dhabi by Prof. Dr. Al-Tayeb and His Holiness Pope Francis, Head of the Catholic Church. This milestone document stands as one of the most significant expressions of human solidarity in contemporary times.
Since its signing, the Document on Human Fraternity has inspired a global movement dedicated to spreading and reinforcing the principles of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence. Recognizing its impact, the United Nations General Assembly formally declared 4th February as the International Day of Human Fraternity on 22nd December 2020.
The statement underscored that this international recognition reflects the deep humanitarian values embedded in the document. Many countries, academic institutions, and universities around the world have integrated its teachings into their educational curricula, with some nations even adopting it as a national charter.
On the occasion of the International Day of Human Fraternity, the Muslim Council of Elders reiterated the importance of preserving the principles of fraternity and peaceful coexistence. It emphasized that all human beings—regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion—are descendants of Prophet Adam (peace be upon him) and share a collective destiny, which calls for unity in fostering compassion, goodwill, and peace.
The Council remains committed to promoting and reinforcing the core humanitarian principles enshrined in the Document on Human Fraternity, working towards transforming these ideals into tangible realities.
Through a range of innovative initiatives and programmes, the Council seeks to embed these values within younger generations, cultivating a socially responsible youth dedicated to advancing the message of peace, coexistence, and human fraternity.
The Council stressed the necessity of joint efforts to advance dialogue, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and human fraternity among individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
In a statement issued on this occasion, the Council highlighted that 4th February marks the sixth anniversary of the signing of the Document on Human Fraternity, a historic agreement signed in Abu Dhabi by Prof. Dr. Al-Tayeb and His Holiness Pope Francis, Head of the Catholic Church. This milestone document stands as one of the most significant expressions of human solidarity in contemporary times.
Since its signing, the Document on Human Fraternity has inspired a global movement dedicated to spreading and reinforcing the principles of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence. Recognizing its impact, the United Nations General Assembly formally declared 4th February as the International Day of Human Fraternity on 22nd December 2020.
The statement underscored that this international recognition reflects the deep humanitarian values embedded in the document. Many countries, academic institutions, and universities around the world have integrated its teachings into their educational curricula, with some nations even adopting it as a national charter.
On the occasion of the International Day of Human Fraternity, the Muslim Council of Elders reiterated the importance of preserving the principles of fraternity and peaceful coexistence. It emphasized that all human beings—regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion—are descendants of Prophet Adam (peace be upon him) and share a collective destiny, which calls for unity in fostering compassion, goodwill, and peace.
The Council remains committed to promoting and reinforcing the core humanitarian principles enshrined in the Document on Human Fraternity, working towards transforming these ideals into tangible realities.
Through a range of innovative initiatives and programmes, the Council seeks to embed these values within younger generations, cultivating a socially responsible youth dedicated to advancing the message of peace, coexistence, and human fraternity.