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Being open to all religious beliefs might seem like a tall order, but once you start to understand what they're really about, it's a piece of cake. Regardless of what they believe, most people have more in common than differences. You can get started by doing a little research, listening carefully to perspectives beyond your own, and being kind to everyone you meet. Read on for our complete guide on respecting all religious beliefs!
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- Read the sacred texts of other faiths, but remember that many traditions and interpretations surround them. For unfamiliar traditions, you may wish to include reading that is geared to give a newcomer or outsider background information.Thanks
- Be kind to people and be a good listener. Let people talk about their faiths the way they understand them, and accept that you are not the expert on their traditions.Thanks
Warnings
- Not everyone likes talking about their faith. That's normal; try to respect that, too.Thanks
- Some people take their religion to extreme levels. Try to keep your temper (even if someone else loses theirs), and if necessary, end the conversation politely but firmly.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/understanding-a-different-culture
- ↑ https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/religion-relationships/
- ↑ https://www.coe.int/en/web/compass/religion-and-belief
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hope-resilience/202104/finding-common-ground-through-religious-disagreement
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/understanding-a-different-culture
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-cultural-intelligence/201905/cultural-intelligence-respect-basic-rule
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/respecting-others-spiritual-beliefs
- ↑ https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/all-about-respect
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-wise-brain/201902/common-ground
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