In every country and in
every society there are special days and occasions. A number of special events
are planned for the day. These days maybe social, political or religious.
Countries where the population consist of one main religion and some other minor
religions call for tolerance towards each other. In case people exercise
intolerance and discrimination then people who follow other faiths feel
insecure, helpless and suspicious, for instance, celebrating Christmas in Pakistan.
However, in countries where such feelings are non-existent, people not only enjoy and celebrate their events but also fully participate in the events of other faith. This lends more tolerance, harmony and understanding inter faith religions. People are exposed to witness traditions and customs of others which adds variety to life. We are invited to their events and then in turn we invite on our special days. We need to celebrate Christmas in Pakistan and festivals of other religious in order to develop a feeling of mutual understanding and to move forward without inter faith conflicts, as a society. In addition, this is the time where we care for the sick and the down trodden, prisoners, widows and people behind the bars. We feel that at least for one day they may forget their misery and sorrows and enjoy life like the other people.
However, in countries where such feelings are non-existent, people not only enjoy and celebrate their events but also fully participate in the events of other faith. This lends more tolerance, harmony and understanding inter faith religions. People are exposed to witness traditions and customs of others which adds variety to life. We are invited to their events and then in turn we invite on our special days. We need to celebrate Christmas in Pakistan and festivals of other religious in order to develop a feeling of mutual understanding and to move forward without inter faith conflicts, as a society. In addition, this is the time where we care for the sick and the down trodden, prisoners, widows and people behind the bars. We feel that at least for one day they may forget their misery and sorrows and enjoy life like the other people.
There is no religion in the world that does
not have religious festivals. Muslims celebrate Eid, Hindus celebrate Holi and
Christians celebrate Christmas. This is the time when everyone is
happy , we put on our best dresses, cook the most delicious food, give children
gifts and Eidi and families get together, the day is full of fun and
laughter that is the norm in nearly all the families. Just like Muslims
Christians also celebrate Christmas in
Pakistan with full zeal and enthusiasm. People anxiously wait for this day,
especially kids. The mid-night church bells and mass service, people going in
groups. The kids with glowing faces go to the church whether they are Catholics
or Protestants. This is the time where is essence is count our blessings, thank
God, and live with a feeling of oneness and solidarity.
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