Open AccessExisting Framework of Inter-Religious Dialogue in Malaysia
Author(s) -
Suraya Mohamed Yasin
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
al-itqan
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2600-8432
DOI - 10.31436/al-itqan.v4i2.120
Subject(s) - harmony (color) , religious education , religious organization , sociology , institution , public relations , political science , social science , pedagogy , law , art , visual arts
This paper attempts to examine the existing framework of inter-religious dialogue in Malaysia and its development from the very beginning. The goal of this study is to explore the framework of inter-religious dialogue in Malaysia, which promotes mutual respect and better understanding among the adherents of different religions in Malaysia. This research is very important. It presents the evolution of inter-religious dialogue in Malaysia’s multi-religious society. This study focuses on:(1) Factors behind the development of inter-religious dialogue in Malaysia; and(2) The role of selected governmental and non-governmental organizations as well as higher education institution in promoting peace and harmony through inter-religious dialoguein Malaysia. Descriptive and analytical methods are utilized in this paper. The findings will add new insights to the exiting literature on inter-religious dialogue.