There are various, nay, incredible faiths; why should we be alarmed at any of them? What man believes, God believes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- All faiths are equally valid; belief in any deity mirrors belief in God.
- In plain terms
- Every belief reflects a belief in a higher power.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect diverse faiths as expressions of the same underlying belief.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What unites different faiths?
- How can we honor differences while recognizing common ground?
Another view
Differences in doctrine can lead to conflict despite shared belief.
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