BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 24. The equal
activities of different confessions in Azerbaijan enhance the
democratic and tolerant image of the country, Chairman of the State
Committee on Affairs with Religious Associations Ramin Mammadov
said at the 2nd Forum of Azerbaijani Religious Leaders in Baku,
Trend reports.
"Another important message conveyed in President of Azerbaijan
Ilham Aliyev's address last year was specifically directed to
religious leaders. The philosophy of this message shows that
religious figures are not only leaders of places of worship, but
also bearers of spiritual values, individuals who have a
significant influence on shaping society in a spirit of common
sense," he explained.
The official noted that the call for improving spiritual and
moral education is particularly relevant in today's era of
globalization, information overload, and the decline of values.
"This doesn't contradict, but complements the principles of
secular statehood.
Over the past period, this work has been accompanied by
thoughtful ideological and educational efforts. The equal
functioning of hundreds of registered religious organizations and
various confessions is one of the key factors that enhances
Azerbaijan's democratic and tolerant image on the international
stage.
Systematic steps have been taken to promote Azerbaijan's
state-religion model as a beacon of peace globally, and close
collaboration platforms have been established with renowned think
tanks and international organizations," he added.
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