RT Article
T1 Covenantal Pluralism—An Alternative Approach to Interfaith and Multi-faith Discourse
JF The review of faith & international affairs
VO 24
IS 1
SP 115
OP 121
A1 Miklovicz, Attila
A1 Nemes, Márk
A2 Nemes, Márk
LA English
YR 2026
UL https://ixtheo.de/Record/1963698673
AB 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.
K1 Tolerance
K1 Philosophy
K1 multi-faith
K1 Interfaith Dialogue
K1 covenantal pluralism
K1 interreligious engagement
K1 Religious Pluralism
DO 10.1080/15570274.2025.2589041