Synopsis

The Silk Road which connected Europe and Asia operated as the global crossroads for trade, culture and religion. Central Asia functioned as the central hub of this ancient network for many centuries and was a cultural melting pot where Zoroastrian, Buddhist, Jewish, Muslim, Christian and other communities shared a distinctive inter-civilisational environment for intellectual and religious exchanges. Professor Peter Frankopan, author of “The Silk Road: A New History of the World” will speak in this seminar and examine the historical role of this diverse religious environment in shaping religious diversity and cohesion during its time. The presentation will examine the intricate nature of religious and cultural interactions, and its role in shaping the interconnected world we know today. The discussion will provide valuable insights into the significance of historical perspectives on religious pluralism in the context of modern global challenges.