WORLD RELIGIONS AND THE SPIRIT OF TOLERANCE

The philosophic base of tolerance in Semitic religions is different. These religions believe in the principle of oneness of reality. However, so far as the question of human respect is concerned, Semitic religions lay equal emphasis on this value. The difference in this respect between the two branches of religions is one of philosophy, not of practice. To put it differently, the basis of tolerance in Aryan religions is on mutual recognition, while its basis in Semitic religions is on mutual respect. This difference is only one of philosophical explanation. As far as practical behaviour is concerned, there is no difference in either religion in this respect. To sum it up, the spirit of tolerance is the essence of all religions. The man produced by religion can never be divested of the spirit of tolerance. Intolerance appears to be directed at others, but it is akin to killing one’s own religious personality. How can a sincere person be willing to kill themselves by their own hands?  The cost of disrespecting others is to be held disrespectful in the eyes of God.