In an event held at his residence in the national capital, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed greetings to the global community and the Christian community on Christmas. Emphasizing the inclusive values advocated by Jesus Christ, Modi highlighted the importance of compassion, service, and justice for all in Christ’s teachings. He referred to these values as a ‘guiding light’ in the development journey of his government.
During the event, PM Modi acknowledged Christmas as a day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, underscoring the significance of Christ’s ideals of kindness and service. Modi noted that Christ worked towards establishing an inclusive society with justice for everyone, principles that resonate as guiding lights for the country’s development. He drew parallels between the values in the Bible and the Upanishads, highlighting common themes of realizing absolute truth.
Reflecting on a previous meeting with the Holy Pope, PM Modi shared discussions on global issues such as social harmony, global brotherhood, climate change, and inclusive development. He recounted the Holy Pope’s prayer for those striving to eradicate poverty, aligning with the government’s development mantra of ‘Sabka Sath, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Prayas.’
Discussing the common values across diverse communities in India, Modi pointed out the shared focus on understanding the ultimate truth in various religious texts. He cited examples from The Holy Bible, emphasizing the importance of ‘Seva Parmo Dharma’ and the centrality of truth in guiding humanity towards salvation.
In a broader message earlier in the day, PM Modi extended Christmas greetings to the nation, wishing for peace and prosperity for all. He urged everyone to celebrate the spirit of harmony and compassion symbolized by Christmas and to strive towards a world where happiness and health prevail, recalling the noble teachings of Lord Christ.
Christmas, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25, holds religious and cultural significance for billions of people globally.
