Description
Violent and explosive conflicts in the Middle East, Africa, Northern Ireland and Bosnia testify to the challenges diverse ethnic and religious groups face. The documentary THE ROAD TO MOROCCO: JOURNEY TO UNDERSTANDING explores religious diversity in the North African country of Morocco, where Jews, Christians and Muslims have coexisted for centuries. While Judaism, Christianity and Islam share a common lineage to Abraham, they have undeniable differences among them, which have resulted in considerable strife over time. As part of an effort to minimize and perhaps avert such conflicts in American communities, 70 American Jews, Christians and Muslims embarked on a two-week tour of Morocco. This predominately Islamic country has seen varying degrees of coexistence and interaction among Jews, Christians and Muslims for more than 1,000 years. Cameras followed the group's travels to historic sites, discussions and encounters in Morocco, as well as the impact of the trip upon returning home. The resulting documentary provides a historical perspective on the social issues the United States faces and features successful global models of peaceful coexistence.
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