Understanding the Meaning of Chaplaincy
The word chaplain has many meanings and different connotations. Its
early usage is of Christian origins. Usually a Christian priest was in
charge of a chapel in a prominent institution. But throughout time
especially in the last 50 years the word chaplaincy has taken a whole
new meaning.
The influx of multi-faith immigrants has forced the nature of
chaplaincy to reach out to other cultures and religions, such as
Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, and Sikhism etc. unlike before,
predominantly everything was very much exclusive to the adherents of
the Church Of England.
In the modern world today, we see that chaplaincy work is not just
confined to religion but has a broader spectrum. It deals with
comforts and soothing the pains of difficulties in life.
One of the most beautiful examples for a Muslim chaplaincy is how the
Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) dealt with difficult
situations, even before he was crowned with Prophethood. He served the
need of fellow human beings, without looking into their religious
identity. Hazrat Khadijah, his beloved wife has described his
character in the most eloquent way. She says: "o' Prophet of Allah
'No' Allah would never disgrace you! You maintain close ties with your
relations; you bear others burdens and give people what they need. You
are hospitable to your guests and help those with a just claim to get
what is due to them."
From this very short excerpt of his voluminous biography, we can
deduce the many good qualities that are needed in the field of
chaplaincy
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