Religious leaders say the annual holiday is a time to reflect on core Buddhist values, including non-violence and tolerance for others, while a Muslim cleric voices hope that tensions in Burma will subside.
By Zahara Tiba for Khabar Southeast Asia in Jakarta
Good morning to all! Precious and Peaceful for Muslim and Buddhism.....I like that "contact ( among religions) is good, one should listen to and respect the doctrines professed by other"
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