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What does it mean?
Despite different worship places, people share a common civilization.
In plain terms
We share cultural roots.
What can you take from it?
Find common ground across faiths.

Where it applies

  • interfaith dialogue
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • bridge building

Questions to consider

  • What unites you with others?

Another view

Religious differences still matter.

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