FPE 101 CSSH-

ENGLDEPT
(Fundamentals of Peace Education)

NAME: SANTARIN, REYMOISES C. CLASS SCHED: B29 – 9:00 –

10: 30 am

Unity as Singularity: Towards the Harmonious Peacebuilding of Diverse Faiths

“Fraternity among nations, however, touches the deepest desire of human nature.”
(Hjalmar Branting).
No matter how different we are from one another in terms of religions, values,
customs, and political systems, the human brotherhood maintains that in order to live in
peace and harmony with one another, we must regard those who are close to us as our
brothers and sisters and accept them as such.
People need to understand one another more fully in order to establish a world free
from animosity and violence. The world will be populated with insufferable people who are
only concerned with advancing their own ideals if compassion and respect are not
practiced. We must develop the ability to respect and value each other's lives.
Even though it may appear challenging to come together as one, it is achievable if
we make a small effort to bring about the desired state of harmony. It is important to
remember that all religions, including idolatry, should be honored. Although each person
worships a different God, it doesn't negate the fact that each person shares a similar
religion, no matter how small that faith may be. Working together may be a terrific way to be
transparent among people and create mutual understanding. For example, creating a safe
space for meaningful discourse and responding to it without preconceptions or a whiff of
judgment.
Humanity across the globe is facing huge challenges, and without those
aforementioned fragments to achieve the harmonious peace of diverse faiths, how can
anyone think of solutions?

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