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ABIDJAN, Dec 19 (APP):The Embassy of Pakistan in Abidjan on Friday organized a Sufi and Cultural Night here at the embassy premises to commemorate the death anniversary of Maulana Jalal ud-din Rumi, under the theme “Talks of Maulana Jalal ud-din Rumi (R.A.) and Allama Muhammad Iqbal (R.A.) with relevance to present age”.
The event brought together members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of the National Islamic Council of Côte d’Ivoire, the Supreme Council of Imams, Mosques and Islamic Affairs of Côte d’Ivoire (COSIM), as well as members of the Pakistani community.
Addressing the gathering, Pakistan’s Ambassador Mahmood Akhtar Mahmood highlighted the timeless message of universal peace, harmony and global cohesion reflected in the works of Rumi and Allama Muhammad Iqbal. He said that embracing their teachings enables societies to recognize the true essence of humanity and promote interfaith coexistence in an increasingly divided world.
The ambassador also underscored Iqbal’s stature as Pakistan’s national poet and philosopher, noting that his vision continues to inspire national progress, self-awareness and collective development.
In his remarks, Mir Mohammad Meigoni Seyed Gholamreza, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, praised Iqbal’s global recognition as a poet and philosopher, and elaborated on the enduring philosophical and spiritual influence of Rumi’s work on Muslim societies across generations.
The evening featured Sufi music performances that reflected the deeper cultural and spiritual traditions of Islam, emphasizing peace, harmony and Iqbal’s message of unity, development and progress beyond divisions of class and rank.
Participants appreciated the cultural presentation and the relevance of Rumi and Iqbal’s teachings in the context of contemporary global challenges. The event concluded with special prayers for the departed souls of Maulana Jalal ud-din Rumi (R.A.) and Allama Muhammad Iqbal (R.A.) in Abidjan.