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What does it mean?
Shared morality suggests divine origin, while varied worship is human-made.
In plain terms
Morality is universal so it comes from God; worship differs so humans invented it.
What can you take from it?
Core morals are shared; religious rituals are cultural.

Where it applies

  • interfaith dialogue
  • religious studies
  • ethical debates

Putting it to work

  • separate ethics from ritual
  • find common moral ground

Questions to consider

  • Is morality universal?
  • What makes worship human or divine?

Another view

Many cultures claim their rituals are divine too.

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