Religious Pluralism
Definition
Religious pluralism is an attitude or policy regarding diversity in religious belief systems co-existing in society. It implies accepting all religions as having an equal right to coexist without any single religion being dominant.
Related terms
Tolerance: Recognition and respect for opinions or practices differing from one's own.
Secularization: The process through which religion loses social and cultural significance.
Freedom Of Religion: The principle that supports the freedom of an individual or community, in public or private, to manifest religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship, and observance.
"Religious Pluralism" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP US History
Additional resources (1)
AP European History - Unit 2 Overview: Age of Reformation
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