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How Are The Types Of Religious Diversity Affected By A Global Perspective?

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How are the types of religious diversity affected by a global perspective?
From the presentation of Peter Thomas he defined Global citizenship as "a choice -a state of mind with the principles being (1)respect of others; (2)relationships deepening humanity;(3)change is not a loss;(4)taking holistic and collaborative approaches;(5)taking responsibility and action; (6)being comfortable with ambiguity. He then goes on to talk about how global citizenship is embracing others and celebrating differences and avoiding trying to blend others into one identity.
Dr. Jeanine Diller focused on three types of religious diversity (1)That there are diverse views about religion;(2)There are diverse ways in which people hold their view of religion;(3)There are diverse ways people view others peoples view of religion. Dr. Diller then goes on to define religion is each individuals attempt to connect with something sacred and that their emotions, rituals, stories are results of their attempt to connect with God, Buddha, or whom the source of their beliefs are.
To look at religious diversity from a global perspective then is to have a respect for others religious values and expression and embracing its differences from our own views. Dr. Miller in one of her slides explains it perfectly in that as diversity professionals we should aim to keep religious distinctions alive and celebrate them and make others feel that their beliefs are distinct and important while not trying to force others to

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