Religious education in a world of religious diversity

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This volume compiles papers from the Fifteenth Session of the International Seminar on Religious Education and Values (ISREV) held in 2006 in Driebergen, Netherlands, focusing on 'Religious Education in a World of Religious Diversity.' Authors were invited to explore the interplay between diversity and temporality, emphasizing the significance of time and history in their contributions. Education inherently involves intergenerational transmission, reflecting a conservative aspect where traditions are passed from the past. However, recognizing students' active role in learning introduces an open-ended future, encompassing development, reflection, and growth. This raises critical questions about the implications of historicity for religious education and the concepts of religion and religious diversity. The contributions highlight global perspectives on these issues, with authors from Canada, the United States, Latvia, Russia, Germany, South Africa, Japan, Australia, Turkey, and the Netherlands, showcasing a rich tapestry of insights into the relationship between religious diversity and education.