Kulturthema Toleranz

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This collection explores the multifaceted concept of tolerance through various interdisciplinary and intercultural lenses. It addresses the complexities of being tolerant in a changing world, emphasizing the need for active engagement and renewal of tolerance definitions. The tension between unity and diversity is examined as a foundational structure of tolerance, alongside discussions of cultural violence and the implications of human rights. Psychological perspectives on tolerance and its relationship with culture are also considered, as well as its role in social market economies. The annotation includes reflections on intolerant linguistic behaviors and questions whether tolerance can be seen as a cultural standard. It delves into the cultural specificity of tolerance concepts from linguistic viewpoints and historical contexts, including ancient Greece and Rome, the medieval interactions between Christians and Muslims, and contemporary European perspectives. Additionally, it investigates tolerance in the context of Indonesian and Indian literatures, as well as within the Islamic tradition. The discourse on tolerance in Germany from 1949 to 1989 is highlighted, alongside the pedagogical approaches to tolerance in education. The bibliography of cultural studies on tolerance from 1945 to 1995 and UNESCO’s principles of tolerance are also featured, along with insights into the founding and objectives of the International Worki