MINSK, 28 September (BelTA) – Religious denominations can and should play an important role in the resolution of conflicts in the world, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko said as he met with the participants of the Council of European Bishops' Conferences (CCEE) on 28 September, BelTA informs.
“I am convinced that religious denominations can and should play an important role in the resolution of conflicts, building the dialogue between various nations and states, and uniting people. It is high time for all politicians and statesmen having a strong influence on the peace and security on our planet to hear your persistent voice,” the Belarusian leader emphasized.
“Today we see that many countries face a spiritual crisis. This threat is more dangerous than all economic challenges. In fact, economic issues have their roots in it. They emerge because of the lack of spirituality. Crisis is in people's minds. This is the prime cause of all economic crises,” the president said. “Kindness, mercy, love, and faith are the supreme human values which have always served as pillars for people, and they are deteriorating now.”
The head of state remarked that the indigenous population of European countries is growing older, and the birth rate is falling. These negative demographic processes emerge against the backdrop of the moral degradation of the society, weakening of traditional family values, and a massive inflow of migrants. “As a result, all that may lead to tragic consequences, the degeneration of the ancient and important European civilization,” Alexander Lukashenko said.
“People should not lose the God-given moral compass allowing us to distinguish good from evil,” the Belarusian leader stressed.
