Tolerance

Author: A. de Jongh
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book presents us with a true historical panorama—the persecution of early Christians by Europe, the horrifying tortures inflicted in the name of religion or the trial of heretics, the relentless suppression of the Catholic Church against Protestantism, the merciless St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre of the Huguenots, and the various forms of personal, racial, and social hopelessness. This book aims to help people better understand the past, analyze issues more dialectically and calmly, gain a clearer perspective on yesterday, treat today with kindness, and look forward to tomorrow. This extraordinary book describes tragedy in an unusually light and humorous style, revealing one scene after another of tragedy brought about by fanaticism and obstinacy, as well as the extraordinary efforts made by many outstanding figures in the cause of tolerance. The charm of this book is so great that even his adversaries, history professors who sought to find fault with it, couldn’t help but be amazed. In de Jongh’s hands, the lifeless figures of history became vivid and real. Through this book, de Jongh conveys the idea that truth does not necessarily lie solely in the hands of one person or organization. Everyone has the freedom to choose the faith they believe is correct, and no one has the right to impose their own perceived correct beliefs on others. Everyone should tolerate or treat differing viewpoints with kindness.