Islamic Scholars Hold Key to Unity and Awareness: Jahangiri
He made the statements while addressing the second edition of the international conference “Building Bridges Between Islamic Schools of Thought and Sects” in Mecca on Thursday.
Organized by the Muslim World League, the conference gathered over 400 participants from more than 90 countries. It aimed to reinforce Islamic unity through practical initiatives, moving beyond traditional dialogues, according to Saudi news outlets.
Jahangiri, an Iranian professor of Islamic studies, highlighted the critical responsibilities that Islamic scholars hold today. In an interview with the International Quran News Agency (IQNA) about his address to the conference, he said, "We, as Islamic scholars, have a significant duty. Instead of discussing division, we should unite our capabilities here, beside the Kaaba, especially in the holy month of Ramadan, to lead Muslims, particularly the youth, in a way that satisfies the spirit of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)."
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The conference, which began on Thursday, focused on implementing programs outlined in the Building Bridges Between Islamic Sects charter. These programs aim to address shared challenges and promote moderation while countering sectarian rhetoric and practices.
Jahangiri emphasized the growing global presence of Islam, noting, "Today's global realities show that we have an important duty, and global statistics indicate that Islam will grow by 2050, with a significant increase in the number of Muslims."
He also pointed out the widespread interest in Islamic studies beyond traditional Islamic societies, stating, "Even the best universities in Europe and the world have Islamic studies departments, and our duty as Muslim scholars is to raise awareness seriously."
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The scholar also shared his observations from his extensive travels, "Today, followers of Islam can be seen everywhere from Japan to Australia, Cuba, and Norway. As a professor of Islamic studies in four continents and nearly 40 countries, I have witnessed this truth."
Jahangiri concluded with a call to action regarding modern technological challenges faced by Muslim youth, particularly in non-Islamic countries. "Muslim youth face new and serious threats like artificial intelligence and cyberspace. If we do not unite, this technology will work against humanity, ethics, and religion instead of serving them," he warned.
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