Building Bridges of Understanding: Cross-Cultural Religious Literacy Initiatives in Pakistan
This essay highlights the significance of cross-cultural religious literacy (CCRL) initiatives that foster interfaith understanding and peace in Pakistan. It sheds light on the obstacles encountered in promoting CCRL, such as the prevalence of extremism and prejudices in educational settings, while...
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| Medienart: | Elektronisch Aufsatz |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
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Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
2024
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The review of faith & international affairs
Jahr: 2024, Band: 22, Heft: 1, Seiten: 38-42 |
| weitere Schlagwörter: | B
Social Cohesion
B Human Rights B government collaboration B Community engagement B Religious Pluralism B Interfaith Dialogue B inclusive curriculum |
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| Zusammenfassung: | This essay highlights the significance of cross-cultural religious literacy (CCRL) initiatives that foster interfaith understanding and peace in Pakistan. It sheds light on the obstacles encountered in promoting CCRL, such as the prevalence of extremism and prejudices in educational settings, while underscoring the pivotal role of education in countering divisive narratives. The essay advocates for integrating CCRL courses and modules into secular and religious educational institutions, emphasizing the importance of inclusive policies and community involvement. Furthermore, it highlights the positive impact of CCRL education on various professional fields, ranging from clergy members to policymakers, in cultivating a more cohesive and tolerant society. |
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| ISSN: | 1931-7743 |
| Enthält: | Enthalten in: The review of faith & international affairs
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1080/15570274.2024.2303280 |