The Inter-Religious Council of Bosnia and Herzogovina and Y&R’s New Moments in Belgrade have created “One Book for Peace,” to show the parallels between Islam and Christianity in the hope that it will help bring peace and harmony to the world
The similarities show that there are more things in the world that connect us than separate us — even when it comes to religion.
The book was currated by journalist Mirnes Kovač, with local theologians Muhamed Fazlović (Islam) and Pavle Mijović (Christianity). “One Book for Peace” is available in print and audio versions, both in English, for free at onebookforpeace.org
“Today it’s simpler to stir up hatred and intolerance rather than to create and build positive steps,” Kovač told DIVERGE. “That’s why the ONE Book is a unique challenge and an invitation for us to rise together as “the one” against the pestilence that threatens the only future we have.”
“One Book for Peace“ gathers teachings from the holy books of the Bible and the Quran, comparatively showing how they each express like messages. By showing the similarities between the two, the book brings to life inter-religious dialogue and encourages discussion.
“One Book” represents 10 verses from the Bible and the Quran on 10 topics: God, Peace, Justice, Love, Family and Neighbors, Sanctity of Life, Compassion, Forgiveness, Helping Others and Hope.
