Covenantal Pluralism—An Alternative Approach to Interfaith and Multi-faith Discourse
This essay examines the concept of covenantal pluralism, a novel approach, alongside interfaith and multi-faith initiatives, complementing already existing methods and channels of communication between differing faith and belief traditions. Covenantal pluralism emphasizes mutual respect and resilien...
| Authors: | ; |
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
| Check availability: | HBZ Gateway |
| Interlibrary Loan: | Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany) |
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2026
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| In: |
The review of faith & international affairs
Year: 2026, Volume: 24, Issue: 1, Pages: 115-121 |
| Further subjects: | B
interreligious engagement
B multi-faith B covenantal pluralism B Tolerance B Religious Pluralism B Interfaith Dialogue B Philosophy |
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Volltext (lizenzpflichtig) |
| Summary: | This essay examines the concept of covenantal pluralism, a novel approach, alongside interfaith and multi-faith initiatives, complementing already existing methods and channels of communication between differing faith and belief traditions. Covenantal pluralism emphasizes mutual respect and resilience, rather than inherently power-related tolerance or unconditional, non-value-affirming acceptance. It fosters meaningful engagement among participants that transcends mere acceptance of coexisting in the same environment and also surface-level interactions. By integrating philosophical insights, pluralism studies, and reflections from social and religious studies, this essay posits that a paradigm shift from inter- and multi-faith discourse to covenantal pluralism may revitalize current interfaith initiatives and serve as a path forward for future intercultural and interreligious relations. |
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| ISSN: | 1931-7743 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: The review of faith & international affairs
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1080/15570274.2025.2589041 |
