Religions all have different names, but they all contain the same truths. ... I think the people of our religion should be tolerant and understand people believe different things.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- All religions share common truths under different names, so followers should practice tolerance and understand differing beliefs.
- In plain terms
- Religions are different but share truths, so be tolerant of others.
- What can you take from it?
- Tolerance unites people of different faiths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do different faiths share?
- How can you show tolerance today?
Another view
Some fundamental differences may resist tolerance.
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