Attitude Quote by Ninian Smart
“Tolerance has been a very important feature of Christianity from its very roots, despite all the other things that have gone on since. And that, I think, must be the global perspective. Tolerance implies more than saying, "Well, let the Muslims go on with what they are doing." It also means trying to learn something from them and adding that to your own tradition. That is the attitude I think needs to inform the global citizen of the future.”
About This Quote
Source Book: World Religions, 1975
Tolerance is essential in Christianity, urging learning from others and integrating insights into one's own tradition for a global outlook.
In simple terms: Christianity values tolerance and learning from others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace and learn from diverse traditions.
Themes
tolerance
interfaith dialogue
global citizenship
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- interfaith conferences
- educational curricula
- community outreach
- policy development
Key Concepts
theology
cultural exchange
pluralism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we practice learning from other faiths?
- What barriers hinder true interfaith tolerance?
A Different Perspective
Tolerance alone may not resolve deep-seated conflicts without mutual respect.
![“The antidote to hatred in the heart, the source of violence, is tolerance. Tolerance is an important virtue of bodhisattvas [enlightened heroes and heroines] - it enables you to refrain from reacting angrily to the harm inflicted on you by others. You could call this practice "inner disarmament,"…” quote by Dalai Lama](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/837/dalai-lama-89_antidote_the-antidote-to-hatred-in-the-heart-the_1440504.jpg)
