Al-Azhar Al-Sharif is a global beacon for spreading the values ​​of peace and coexistence

The Muslim Council of Elders confirmed that Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has, throughout its long history, been a fundamental pillar in spreading the values ​​of peace and coexistence, consolidating the approach to dialogue and respect for pluralism, and has contributed a pivotal role in confronting extremist thought and correcting misconceptions, preserving its global message that combines the authenticity of heritage and the requirements of the age.

The Council of Muslim Elders congratulated His Eminence the Grand Imam, Professor Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Sheikh of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, Chairman of the Council, and the scholars of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, its students, graduates, and all its fans around the world. On the occasion of the 1086th Hijri year since its founding.

Counselor Muhammad Abdel Salam, Secretary-General of the Council of Muslim Elders, said that this ancient scientific and advocacy edifice has remained over the centuries a beacon of moderation and moderation, and a solid bastion of forensic science and enlightened human thought.

He added that Al-Azhar Al-Sharif will remain one of the most important religious and scientific institutions in the world, with its solid humanitarian message based on spreading science and promoting a culture of moderation and tolerance, noting that the scientific and intellectual efforts provided by Al-Azhar contribute to consolidating the values ​​of human brotherhood and building bridges of dialogue between peoples and cultures.

He praised the efforts of His Eminence the Grand Imam, Professor Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Sheikh of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, in leading the process of intellectual renewal and promoting the discourse of centrism and moderation, and his prominent role in supporting dialogue between religions and cultures and consolidating the values ​​of human brotherhood globally, stressing that Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, under its wise leadership, continues to carry out its historical mission of spreading sound knowledge, preserving civilizational identity, and promoting a culture of peace and coexistence among human beings.

The Muslim Council of Elders renewed its pride in the status of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif and its pioneering global role, calling on God Almighty to perpetuate its scientific and humanitarian mission, and to grant success to its scholars and students to continue its path in spreading science, goodness, and peacemaking.