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What does it mean?
Religion is as diverse as the individuals who practice it.
In plain terms
Each person creates their own religion.
What can you take from it?
Respect personal interpretations of faith.

Where it applies

  • interfaith dialogue
  • personal spirituality

Putting it to work

  • encourage personal reflection
  • avoid blanket judgments

Questions to consider

  • What unites diverse religious experiences?
  • How does individuality shape doctrine?

Another view

It may overlook shared doctrines that bind communities.

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