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As a Buddhist, I was trained to be tolerant of everything except intolerance
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of tolerance while advocating against intolerance itself.
U Thant's quote reflects a fundamental principle in Buddhism regarding acceptance and understanding of differing perspectives. However, it draws a critical line by suggesting that while one should cultivate tolerance towards all beliefs and practices, this tolerance does not extend to those who promote intolerance, as such attitudes undermine peace and coexistence.
Themes
ToleranceIntoleranceAcceptancePeaceBuddhism
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social justice, I mentioned, 'As a Buddhist, I was trained to be tolerant of everything except intolerance.'
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