[EMAIL PROTECTED] (Peter R. Ellis & family) wrote:

> It came in the email signature of a fellow Christian

> Many today claim to be tolerant. True tolerance, however, can cope with
> others being intolerant.

What does it mean to "cope with others being intolerant"? For example, how does one 
"cope" with people who discriminate against those with a different skin colour?, or 
those of a different gender?, or those with a different sexual orientation? Is the 
above statement suggesting we must ignore such behaviours in order to be truly 
tolerant?

I am a big proponent of tolerance, but I always struggle with the question "Should I 
tolerate intolerance?" If I don't, then I become intolerant myself, but if I do then I 
allow intolerance to go unchallenged encouraging hate, discrimination, and injustice.

I think I have asked a question along these lines before, but I am still struggling. 
Any wisdom anyone can share would be greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Jonathan


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