PM urges on promotion of real image of Islam
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that it is time to promote real image of Islam that has been damaged by some extremist elements as the society needs peace and harmony. He was addressing the launching ceremony of English Poetry Book “High Assembly of Sages”, written by Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Sardar Aseff Ahmed Ali here on Friday.
The Prime Minister said the poet in a very light language touched the problems being faced by common man and has highlighted the problems of the society. He said as the poet belongs to the land of Bula Shah has talked from his heart in the languages of sufis and has covered all issues of the people and the country through his poetry.
The Prime Minister said this book soothes us as it grapples with serious subjects and it is not the kind of poetry which is written by critics for other literary critics. His book of poetry also reflects of the wide range of his thoughts and imagination. It touches us more because it covers contemporary subjects.
He said the poem “High Assembly of Sages” which is also the name of the book inspires us with its belief in mankind’s destiny to fulfill its promise. While paying tributes to the Poet, the Prime Minister said he talks about the major scientific currents of modern times such as the Human Genome Project and the Big Bang, but he is not overwhelmed by them.
Sardar Asif Ahmed Ali in his remarks said the poetry is language of heart and he highlights the sentiments of the people through the poetry in a light way that attracts those who want to solve their problems. NNI
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