MISSION INSPIRATION
Religious pluralism is the recognition and acceptance of diverse religious beliefs, practices, and traditions within a society. It acknowledges that multiple paths exist to understand the nature of the divine and the ultimate truth. Rather than promoting exclusivity or superiority, religious pluralism encourages an inclusive and respectful attitude towards all faiths, emphasizing the shared values that unite humanity.
While religions represent themselves as more of organizational structures, faith, by virtue of its imperceptibility to human vision, inherently, assumes a definition rooted in limitless imagination, unhindered save for the constraints imposed by the limits of knowledge and the variations of languages. Interfaith dialogue serves as a vital tool in fostering religious pluralism and achieving its benefits. It involves open and respectful communication among individuals from different faith traditions, allowing them to share their beliefs, practices, and experiences.
Religious pluralism and interfaith dialogue have become increasingly relevant in our diverse and interconnected world. As globalization breaks down barriers and brings people from different religious backgrounds together, it is crucial to foster understanding, respect, and cooperation among various faith communities.
Nirva University faculty and its students explore the concept of religious pluralism and emphasize the significance of interfaith dialogue in promoting peaceful coexistence and mutual enrichment.
Bui Ton, Ed.D. President
Professor Nicholas Phan, PBA, Chairman of Nirva University Board Of Innovation
Professor Collin Patterson, Entrepreneur, Chairman of Nirva University Board of Advisors