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All Religions Prayer – 125th Session
“Many Paths • One Truth • One Human Family”
The Gandhi Peace Foundation, Madras (Regd.) warmly invites people of all faiths and goodwill to participate in the 125th Session of the All Religions Prayer for Peace, a unique monthly interfaith gathering dedicated to promoting peace, harmony, mutual respect, and human unity.
For over six decades, the Gandhi Peace Foundation has been working to build a culture of peace inspired by the timeless ideals of Mahatma Gandhi. One of its most enduring initiatives is the All Religions Prayer for Peace, where representatives from different religious traditions come together to offer prayers from their own sacred scriptures while affirming the common values that unite humanity.
Inspired by Gandhiji’s conviction that “I see no religion higher than Truth,” this gathering reminds us that while our religions, rituals, and languages may differ, our aspirations for peace, compassion, justice, and universal brotherhood are the same.
Rather than discussing differences, the programme celebrates our shared spiritual heritage and creates an atmosphere of friendship, understanding, and mutual respect among people from diverse faiths.
About the Programme
The one-hour interfaith prayer session brings together respected representatives from seven major religious traditions:
- Hinduism
- Islam
- Christianity
- Sikhism
- Jainism
- Buddhism
- Zoroastrianism
Each representative offers prayers from their own faith tradition, allowing participants to appreciate the richness and beauty of different spiritual paths while recognising the universal values they share.
The programme also includes:
- Universal Prayer for Peace
- One Minute Silent Prayer for World Peace
- Exchange of Traditional Greetings of Peace from Different Religions
The gathering concludes with an affirmation of human unity and Gandhian values of Truth, Non-violence, Love and Compassion.
Programme Schedule
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:30 a.m. | Welcome Prayer Song – Dr. Kalakkad R. Seethalakshmi |
| 10:35 a.m. | Prayer from Hindu Religion |
| 10:42 a.m. | Prayer from Islam Religion |
| 10:49 a.m. | Prayer from Christian Religion |
| 10:56 a.m. | Prayer from Sikh Religion |
| 11:03 a.m. | Prayer from Jain Religion |
| 11:10 a.m. | Prayer from Buddhist Religion |
| 11:17 a.m. | Prayer from Zoroastrian Religion |
| 11:24 a.m. | Universal Prayer for Peace |
| 11:29 a.m. | One Minute Silent Prayer for World Peace |
| 11:30 a.m. | Exchange of Greetings of Peace |
Why Should You Attend?
In today’s world, peace cannot be built merely through agreements between nations. It begins with understanding, respect, and friendship among ordinary people.
The All Religions Prayer for Peace offers a rare opportunity to:
- Experience the spiritual beauty of different religions.
- Foster interfaith friendship and mutual understanding.
- Reflect together on the universal values shared by all faiths.
- Join people of diverse backgrounds in praying for world peace.
- Become part of a continuing movement for communal harmony and human unity.
Whether you belong to a particular faith or simply believe in peace and goodwill, you are warmly welcome to participate.
Greetings of Peace
Participants will exchange traditional greetings from different faiths, including:
- Om Shanthi
- Assalam Alaikum
- Peace be with You
- Tere Bhane Sarbat Ka Bhala
- Jai Jinendra
- Bhavathu Sabbha Mangalam
- Yasdaan Panaaha Baad
These greetings beautifully express the universal wish for peace, well-being, and goodwill for all.
A Milestone of Peace
The 125th Session marks another significant milestone in the Gandhi Peace Foundation’s long-standing journey of promoting interfaith dialogue, communal harmony, non-violence, and peace education.
Since its inception, the programme has welcomed thousands of participants from different religious communities, educational institutions, civic organisations, and the general public, becoming a symbol of “Unity in Diversity” and “Peace through Mutual Respect.”
Mahatma Gandhi’s Message
“I see no religion higher than Truth.”
— Mahatma Gandhi
Everyone is Welcome
Let us come together in the spirit of friendship and understanding.
Let Us Pray Together.
Let Us Live Together.
Let Us Build Peace Together.
Admission: Free
