Choices Quote by Dallin H. Oaks
“Tolerance obviously requires a non-contentious manner of relating toward one another’s differences. But tolerance does not require abandoning one’s standards or one’s opinions on political or public policy choices. Tolerance is a way of reacting to diversity, not a command to insulate it from examination.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2015
Tolerance means respecting differences while still holding firm to one's own convictions and critically examining ideas.
In simple terms: Respect differences without compromising beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Engage respectfully, think critically.
Themes
respect
critical thinking
diversity
principles
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- political debate
- workplace discussions
- community meetings
- family conversations
Key Concepts
tolerance
dialogue
civic engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance respect with honest critique?
- When should you challenge a viewpoint?
A Different Perspective
Tolerance can be misused to avoid confronting harmful ideas.
