Seeking the religious roots of pluralism. (Buddhism)(Seeking the Religious Roots of Pluralism; Rabbi Marc H. Tanenbaum Foundation Special Issue) From: Journal of Ecumenical Studies | Date: June 22, 1997| Author: Thurman, Robert | COPYRIGHT 1997 Journal of Ecumenical Studies. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Buddhism regards pluralism as the nature of reality, which is beyond human perception. American pluralism is grounded in science as the ultimate source of truth. Religious fundamentalist attitudes include claims to being the only means to learn truth, but this leads to exclusionist policies. Most religions still practice exclusionism, but Buddhism regards this principle as causing human suffering.

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