The special week, observed this year Feb. 1-7, is a product of a 2010 U.N. resolution, first conceived by Jordan’s King Abdullah II, known for his commitment to religious tolerance and interfaith dialogue.
Diplomats, faith leaders gathered at U.N. urged to advance religious tolerance, harmony around world
In Bahrain, pope calls for full religious freedom, no death penalty
Pope Francis is the first pope to visit this archipelago nation in the Persian Gulf, where the highlights will be meeting the small, predominantly expatriate Christian community and promoting the importance of interreligious dialogue.
Pope calls for prayers for Iraq, whose people desire normality, peace
“Dialogue and fraternity are the right path for facing the current difficulties and to reach this goal” of peace, the pope said.