Release on Monday, May 12th- The Parliament of the World’s Religions is deeply saddened by the violence in Jerusalem and the ensuing escalation of conflict in the region. We especially deplore acts of violence done within sacred spaces or to people on the way to and from sacred spaces; whether Al-Aqsa Mosque, a synagogue in Lod, or the Church of the Holy Sepulchre... The Parliament reaffirms its 2014 statement, which stands in solidarity with the region in a commitment to end ongoing violence and open hostilities. The Parliament is calling on both sides to end this conflict in an ethical manner. For peace to be achieved, all Israelis and Palestinians must recognize the humanity of the other and to honor their sacred spaces. |