As a matter of doctrine, the Muslim conception of tolerance is one in which non-Muslims have been politically and economically subdued, converted, or put to sword.[2]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Tolerance in this doctrine means subordinating non-Muslims.
- In plain terms
- Tolerance means controlling or hurting others.
- What can you take from it?
- Doctrinal tolerance may mean control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does tolerance mean here?
Another view
Definitions of tolerance vary widely.
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