Dharma Deen: Exploring Hindu/Muslim Spirituality
Check out this new blog that was posted to the SAPAC listserv: http://dharmadeen.com. It aims to counter the misconception that Hinduism and Islam cannot co-exist.
More on the project, from its founders Azeem and Ravi:
WHAT IS DHARMA DEEN ALLIANCE?
The word “dharma” is Sanskrit and “deen” Arabic.
Both loosely defined mean “righteousness” or “path”–specifically the spiritual path. A true devotee’s goal is following this path–not wasting time on petty issues, not rivalry about which religion is superior, not bothering with extremist ideology, or seeking converts. A devout Hindu must follow dharma, while a devout Muslim must follow deen. Dharma-Deen Alliance is a blog run by two aspirants on their respective paths to Higher Truth, and it will explore scriptural law, proper living, and devotional love.
In addition, Dharma Deen Alliance will counter the misconception that Hinduism and Islam can’t co-exist together. Because of our South Asian backgrounds we’re especially bothered by the consistent focus in the news about violence between Hindus and Muslims. We’ll post news stories ignored by the media documenting unity between both communities. Working and living together peacefully with no quarrel, taking care of each other’s temples and mosques, and celebrating holidays and festivals side by side. And we’ll honor the lives of saints and seekers who worked to reconcile both faiths such as Shirdi Sai Baba, Guru Nanak, Kabir, Ramakrishna, and numerous others.
Read the authors’ purpose statements here:
Azeem: http://dharmadeen.com/about/purpose-statement-by-azeem/
Ravi: http://dharmadeen.com/about/purpose-statement-by-ravi/
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