Then I grasped the meaning of the greatest secret that human poetry and human thought and belief have to impart: The salvation of man is through love and in love.
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Being tolerant does not mean that I share another one's belief. But it does mean that I acknowledge another one's right to believe, and obey, his own conscience.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Tolerating differing beliefs is about respecting the right to individual conscience rather than agreeing with those beliefs.
This quote by Viktor E. Frankl emphasizes the importance of tolerance in a pluralistic society. It highlights that while one may not agree with another's beliefs, the acknowledgment of their right to hold those beliefs is a fundamental aspect of coexistence. By respecting the importance of individual conscience, we foster an environment where diverse perspectives can be expressed without fear of persecution.
Themes
ToleranceBeliefConscienceRespectDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of diversity in society.
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