Christians, Muslims defend right to convert

Norway: Christians, Muslims defend right to convert

Two important Christian and Muslim groups signed a joint declaration Wednesday supporting the right to convert between religions without fear of harassment as a basic religious freedom.

The Church of Norway Council on Ecumenical and International Relation and the Islamic Council of Norway, which have met regularly since 1993, said they believe this is the world’s first such joint declaration by national religious organizations.

Unity forged under unlikely auspices, but entirely consistent with a well-known Quranic principle:

“Let there be no compulsion in religion: Truth stands out clear from Error.” (2:256)

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