Madinah Emir: Sound thinking is fundamental to security and prosperity of societies
MADINAH — Emir of Madinah Prince Salman bin Sultan affirmed on Sunday that Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to raising awareness, safeguarding intellectual integrity, and consolidating the values of moderation while confronting extremism, radicalism, and intellectual deviation. “This stems from the Kingdom’s belief that sound thinking is fundamental to the security, stability, and…
Prince Salman bin Sultan, Emir of Madinah, emphasized on Sunday that Saudi Arabia values awareness, intellectual integrity, and moderation in combating extremism and radicalism. The belief is that sound thinking is vital to societal security, stability, and prosperity, he explained while opening the "International conference on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to counter intellectual deviations."
The two-day event saw participation from dignitaries, representatives of fatwa centers, and researchers from Islamic countries, as well as specialists within and outside the Kingdom.
Prince Salman highlighted that the Kingdom, guided by King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has promoted tolerance, moderation, and intellectual awareness. An integrated approach combining religious, educational, security, and media institutions is key in protecting society, supporting Islamic causes, and fostering dialogue and co-existence among cultures.
In light of global transformations and growing intellectual influences, the Kingdom must enhance awareness, strengthen discernment, and shield future generations from extremism, radicalism, and intellectual deviation, he stressed.
The conference aims to showcase the Kingdom's strategies and pioneering experiences in countering intellectual deviations, facilitate expert exchange, and enhance integration among relevant institutions. Addressing the conference, Saudi Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan stated that combating deviant ideology is a collective responsibility.
Parents must monitor children, protect them from harmful influences, and instill love for religion and country, while teachers, preachers, and media professionals must fear God, clarify truth, and warn against deviant ideologies. The Grand Mufti specifically cited the Houthis, a militant group rebelling against Yemen's legitimate authorities, responsible for bloodshed and desecration, as a primary threat.
He prayed for the defeat of the Houthis, preservation of Yemen's security, and stability under legitimate leadership.
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