It is my personal opinion that the word 'tolerance' is often used in the wrong way in today's world.
Tolerance, defined by Dictionary.com, unabridged:
"A fair, objective, and permissive attitude toward those whose o pinions, practices, race, religion, nationality, etc., differ from one's own; freedom from bigotry."
There's a difference between saying,"I don't believe in Muslim tradition, but it's ok," and "I hate muslims!" One is being tolerant, and the other is just being a bigot.
Non-Christians attack Christians by saying,"You are being intolerant because you don't agree with what I say." This is especially true in college campuses in the States. Because Christianity is a faith that only has 'one road down the right path,' it can easily be viewed as being intolerant.
In fact, many people who call themselves Christians ARE intolerant, sad to say. But if we are to say that, we must include those who are intolerant of Christianity.
How do YOU define tolerance?
2006-09-27
14:28:44
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MonokuRo_J
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