Mystics Of Sindh Carry Universal Message Of Peace, Love, Prosperity: Scholars

SUKKUR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 9th Sep, 2026) Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur hosted a distinguished international and national scholarly gathering titled "Mystics of Sindh: Global Message of Peace and Prosperity.' The message bringing together eminent academics, intellectuals, scholars, and cultural voices from Pakistan and abroad to deliberate upon the timeless philosophy of Sindh's mystics and its relevance to the challenges confronting the contemporary world, said a press release. The event was graced by Prof. Dr. Imamuddin Khoso, Vice Chancellor, University of Sufism and Modern Sciences, as the Chief Guest, while Prof. Dr. Naveed Ahmed Shaikh, Vice Chancellor, Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur, welcomed the distinguished guests and participants. The gathering served as a significant intellectual and cultural platform for examining the universal values embedded in Sindh's rich mystical tradition, particularly its messages of peace, love, tolerance, equality, compassion, brotherhood, human dignity and peaceful coexistence. In his welcome address, Prof. Dr. Naveed Ahmed Shaikh highlighted the extraordinary significance of mysticism in Sindh's intellectual, cultural and spiritual history. He observed that the mystics of Sindh had never confined their message to a particular community, geography, language or era; rather, they spoke to humanity as a whole. The Vice Chancellor emphasized that the teachings of Sindh's mystics remain profoundly relevant in the modern age, particularly at a time when societies across the globe are facing intolerance, polarization, conflict and social fragmentation. The distinguished national speakers made extensive contributions to the discussion and shed light on various dimensions of Sindh's mystical heritage. The national guest speakers included Dr. Amir Abbas Soomro, Dr. Saghar Abro, Saeed Ahmed Khaskheli, and Mian Ali Raza. The speakers emphasized that Sindh's mystical tradition represents one of the region's most powerful intellectual and spiritual resources for promoting social harmony. They highlighted the capacity of mystical thought to transcend divisions and create bridges between people through love, compassion, tolerance and mutual respect. They further observed that the message of Sindh's mystics should be introduced to younger generations through educational institutions, research, literature, cultural activities and international academic collaboration. Global Voices Join the Dialogue Adding an important international dimension to the event, speakers from several countries participated and shared their perspectives on the global relevance of Sindh's mystical message. The international participants emphasized that the message of Sindh's mystics possesses a remarkable universal character. They highlighted the importance of peace, love, equality, tolerance and human solidarity in creating a world where cultural and religious diversity can become a source of strength rather than division. Addressing the gathering as Chief Guest, Professor Dr. Imamuddin Khoso, Vice Chancellor, University of Sufism and Modern Sciences, underscored the profound global significance of Sindh's mystical tradition. He emphasized that the message of the mystics is fundamentally a message of peace, love, humanity, equality and coexistence. He observed that the world does not merely need technological and economic advancement; it also needs spiritual and ethical values capable of guiding humanity toward a more peaceful and compassionate future. Dr. Khoso appreciated Shaikh Ayaz University for organizing a program that connected Sindh's centuries-old mystical wisdom with contemporary global discourse. He stressed the importance of universities in preserving and promoting the intellectual and spiritual heritage of the region through serious scholarship, research and international engagement. He further expressed the view that Sindh's mystics should be presented not only as historical personalities but as global thinkers whose teachings continue to offer solutions to contemporary challenges.