Interfaith Harmony & Peace I Blog By Maira M Hashmi

Interfaith Harmony & Peace I Blog By Maira M Hashmi

We all belong to different religions and regions with different customs and traditions but we should not let this create disharmony or hatred between us. As we know India stands strong with unity in diversity In this entry, I would like to share what I learned from the event at my school (Fr. Agnel Noida)- Agnel Jayanti 2026 this year, 21st January, which followed the theme “God’s Voice Heard in Diverse Ways.” This captured the moral of spiritual unity explained inspiringly by the chief guest speaker, Sadhvi Ruchika Bharti

First thing first, we all have faith in God, Moreover we are the people of India and to top it off, we are all human beings. This is what unites us despite our diverse ways.

So we should not create hatred, instead respect everyone which builds harmony, peace and love. Ma’am Sadhvi talked about God being referred to as divine light in all the religious and sacred books. She also talked about opening the third eye, which is a symbol for our consciousness. Opening our eyes means being more mindful and conscious, being open-minded.

Learning from the 1st demonstration:

Different shapes of circles have different diameter/radius, circumference and area but there is one common factor in those circles and that is pi (π) [circumference of circle = 2πr, area of circle = πr2]. And pi π is known with different names and symbols throughout the world or historic regions (Archimedes’ constant, Ludolphian number, etc). Similarly people believe in God in diverse ways, have diverse customs, traditions and origins. But they have a common factor of humanity in them and so stay united.

2nd demonstration:

A ball was kept in a sock inside a box; few students who volunteered were given a blindfold and were told that it was a pet, they had to guess the pet by sense of touch. None realized it was not a pet until they removed the blindfold. Ma’am Sadhvi wanted to explain through this that often times people are too blinded by their ego to seek out the truth so we need to open our eyes and see the reality. We should practice mindfulness and peace by breathing exercises. It was explained that as we know, the pulse is considered the life source and an indication of health

We should practice respiration by taking deep breaths and meditation to feel the pulse, This practice brings us closer to God This improves focus, it makes us feel relaxed during a hectic day, and it also takes away stress as we calm down.

Let’s be respectful of others and spread peace and harmony

Thank you

FAQs – Interfaith Harmony & Peace

 What is the main message of the blog?
The blog emphasizes unity among people of different religions and cultures, highlighting that despite diversity, humanity and faith in God unite us all.

What was the theme of Agnel Jayanti 2026?
The theme was “God’s Voice Heard in Diverse Ways,” which focused on spiritual unity and understanding across different beliefs.

Who was the chief guest at the event?
The chief guest speaker was Sadhvi Ruchika Bharti, who shared insights on spirituality, mindfulness, and unity.

 What does “divine light” signify in the blog?
It represents the idea that all religions describe God as a form of light or universal energy, symbolizing unity across faiths.

What is meant by “opening the third eye”?
It refers to becoming more conscious, mindful, and open-minded, helping individuals see beyond ego and understand deeper truths.

What lesson was taught through the circle (π) demonstration?
The demonstration showed that while circles may differ in size, they share a common factor—π. Similarly, people may have different beliefs, but humanity connects everyone.

What was the purpose of the blindfold activity?
It illustrated how ego and assumptions can blind us from the truth, encouraging us to be more aware and open-minded.

How does mindfulness help in achieving peace?
Mindfulness practices like deep breathing and meditation reduce stress, improve focus, and help individuals feel more connected to themselves and to God.

Why is interfaith harmony important in India?
India is known for its unity in diversity, and interfaith harmony ensures peaceful coexistence among people of different religions and cultures.

What values does the blog encourage readers to adopt?
The blog encourages respect, compassion, open-mindedness, and the practice of peace and harmony in everyday life.

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