Pluralism + Society - DCT

Question 1

What analogy does Knitter use for religious supremacy?

Answer 1

He compares Christian supremacy to white supremacy.

Question 2

What does interfaith dialogue involve?

Answer 2

Promoting communication and understanding between different religions.

Question 3

What role does religious freedom play in dialogue?

Answer 3

It allows people to express and share beliefs without coercion.

Question 4

What does Gavin D’Costa say about scriptural reasoning?

Answer 4

It becomes liberal by suppressing exclusive truth claims.

Question 5

What is Hitchens’ view of religious intolerance?

Answer 5

It should be criticized to protect peace.

Question 6

Why might pluralists object to Catholic dialogue?

Answer 6

It is still based on an exclusivist core.

Question 7

What is Paul Knitter’s view on pluralism?

Answer 7

Pluralism is essential for social cohesion and peace.

Question 8

What was Paul Eddy’s view on exclusivism?

Answer 8

Christians should not feel guilty about claiming salvation through Jesus alone.

Question 9

What does Hitchens argue about religion and conversion?

Answer 9

Religion causes social tension and should be criticized when trying to convert.

Question 10

What does ‘postliberal’ mean in the context of scriptural reasoning?

Answer 10

It avoids suppressing traditional beliefs while promoting peaceful dialogue.

Question 11

Why does Hans Küng criticize Catholic inclusivism?

Answer 11

It’s presumptuous and dismissive of non-Christian identities.

Question 12

Why might interfaith dialogue fail according to critics?

Answer 12

Because it suppresses core beliefs for the sake of peace.

Question 13

What is scriptural reasoning?

Answer 13

A method where different faiths read and reflect on each other’s scriptures to promote understanding.

Question 14

What is the conservative criticism of pluralism?

Answer 14

It undermines the truth of their religion.

Question 15

What does Craig argue is the cause of rising pluralism?

Answer 15

Influence from relativism, postmodernism, and political correctness.

Question 16

Why do some conservatives criticize scriptural reasoning?

Answer 16

They see it as promoting relativism by avoiding exclusivist truth claims.

Question 17

What does Hitchens mean by ‘taming religion’?

Answer 17

Religious belief should be kept private to maintain social peace.

Question 18

What does Catholic inclusivism say about other faiths?

Answer 18

They contain partial truth from the Christian God.

Question 19

Why is freedom of speech important in religious dialogue?

Answer 19

It allows peaceful expression and prevents conflict.

Question 20

How does Knitter think religions can achieve social harmony?

Answer 20

By focusing on shared values like justice and peace.

Question 21

What is meant by conversion in a religious context?

Answer 21

Influencing someone to become a member of a different religion.

Question 22

What is the benefit of open dialogue in liberal democracy?

Answer 22

It provides a peaceful way to express differences and avoid violence.

Question 23

What is the focus of Pope John Paul II’s Redemptoris Missio?

Answer 23

Reaffirming the importance of Christian missionary work.

Question 24

How does Craig defend exclusivism in dialogue?

Answer 24

Tolerance doesn’t require pluralism; respectful dialogue is enough.

Question 25

What is Hitchens’ response to the fear of backlash from social pressure?

Answer 25

Liberal values shouldn’t be sacrificed for religious sensitivity.

Question 26

Does JP2 believe in converting others through dialogue?

Answer 26

Yes, but respectfully and without compromising dignity.

Question 27

Why is openness important in scriptural reasoning?

Answer 27

To foster genuine mutual understanding.

Question 28

Why does JP2 defend conversion?

Answer 28

He believes everyone has a right to hear the Gospel and follow Christ.

Question 29

Why might Catholics criticize pluralistic dialogue?

Answer 29

It doesn’t allow them to assert the full truth of Christianity.

Question 30

What does Redemptoris Missio say about freedom and conversion?

Answer 30

Conversion must be free of coercion and respect conscience.

Question 31

What is Hitchens’ view of religious belief in society?

Answer 31

It should be private, and public proselytizing should be criticized.

Question 32

How does scriptural reasoning claim to be postliberal?

Answer 32

It allows personal expression while discouraging attacks.

Question 33

What is one aim of civic scriptural reasoning?

Answer 33

To bridge divides between faith groups.

Question 34

Why is mutual respect crucial in interfaith dialogue?

Answer 34

It builds understanding and reduces prejudice.

Question 35

What is a drawback of Catholic inclusivism in dialogue?

Answer 35

It does not treat other religions as equal worldviews.

Question 36

How do conservatives view liberal interfaith dialogue?

Answer 36

As compromising the faith and succumbing to relativism.

Question 37

What does Knitter say about exclusivism and violence?

Answer 37

Exclusivism historically leads to violence and division.

Question 38

What is religious relativism?

Answer 38

The belief that all religions are equally true.

Question 39

What is the liberal view of interfaith dialogue?

Answer 39

Dialogue should involve open-mindedness and willingness to learn from other faiths.

Question 40

What is a key criticism of religious pluralism?

Answer 40

It ignores real contradictions between religious truth claims.

Question 41

What did Hans Küng say is necessary for world peace?

Answer 41

Peace among religions.

Question 42

What does scriptural reasoning prevent participants from doing?

Answer 42

Trying to convert others or critically attacking other faiths.

Question 43

What is Knitter’s critique of tolerance alone?

Answer 43

It’s not enough; we must value religious diversity.

Question 44

What is William Lane Craig’s stance on religious exclusivism?

Answer 44

It is compatible with tolerance and dialogue.

Question 45

What concern did Cardinal Ratzinger raise about liberal secularism?

Answer 45

That it views exclusivist belief as a threat to tolerance and freedom.

Question 46

Who developed scriptural reasoning?

Answer 46

Peter Ochs and David Ford.

Question 47

What is D’Costa’s tent analogy criticism?

Answer 47

It suggests a neutral space that undermines religious authority.

Question 48

What is the Church’s stance on religious freedom according to Vatican II?

Answer 48

No one should be forced or prevented from acting on their religious beliefs.

Question 49

What unintended consequence can social pressure cause?

Answer 49

Pushing religious groups toward fundamentalism.

Question 50

How has the religious makeup of the UK changed between 2001 and 2021?

Answer 50

Christianity fell from 71.7% in 2001 to 46.2% in 2021.

Question 51

Why does JP2 say dialogue leads to conversion?

Answer 51

Because exposure to partial truths can lead people to the full truth in Christ.

Question 52

What does scripturalreasoning.org say about conversion in SR?

Answer 52

It should not be a goal of scriptural reasoning.

Question 53

What is the main goal of scriptural reasoning?

Answer 53

Learning to disagree without conflict across faiths.

Question 54

What does 'the Church proposes; she imposes nothing' mean?

Answer 54

Christian mission invites, not coerces.

Question 55

What does Giles Fraser say about converting Jews?

Answer 55

He refuses due to historical anti-Semitism.

Question 56

What might non-Christians feel about inclusivist dialogue?

Answer 56

That they are not truly respected for their actual beliefs.

Question 57

How does JP2 describe other religions?

Answer 57

As containing truths but also errors and insufficiencies.

Question 58

What is the conservative view of interfaith dialogue?

Answer 58

Faith should be fully expressed, including exclusivist claims and attempts to convert.

Question 59

What is the risk of forced neutrality in dialogue?

Answer 59

It erases key differences and risks relativism.

Question 60

What is meant by 'evangelizing mission' in Catholic teaching?

Answer 60

The call to spread the Christian faith.

Question 61

What is JP2’s stance on learning from other religions?

Answer 61

They contain partial revelations of the Christian God.

Question 62

What does 'religionless Christianity' aim to achieve?

Answer 62

Make Christianity relevant in a secular age.

Question 63

What is the core issue with inclusivist dialogue for non-Christians?

Answer 63

It assumes their truth is really a confused version of Christianity.

Question 64

What’s the goal of interreligious dialogue for JP2?

Answer 64

Enrichment, mutual learning, and ultimately conversion.

Question 65

What type of interfaith dialogue does Hans Küng prefer?

Answer 65

One based on mutual recognition of completely different worldviews.

Question 66

What is the Church’s mission according to Redemptoris Missio?

Answer 66

To spread the Gospel and invite conversion.

Question 67

How can religions engage in dialogue without compromising?

Answer 67

By respecting differences while remaining true to their faith.

Question 68

What does Knitter mean by an 'axial shift'?

Answer 68

A fundamental change in how religions relate to each other.

Question 69

What is a multi-faith society?

Answer 69

A society where multiple religions coexist and are practiced.

Question 70

What motivates scriptural reasoning participants?

Answer 70

Desire to understand others without forcing agreement.

Question 71

What is JP2’s view of dialogue with other religions?

Answer 71

It is part of evangelism and aims at mutual enrichment.

Question 72

What is a danger of excluding conversion from dialogue?

Answer 72

It limits full expression of faith.

Question 73

How do liberals respond to religious conversion historically?

Answer 73

It is seen as problematic due to past coercion.

Question 74

What is a criticism of liberal interfaith dialogue?

Answer 74

It may suppress the unique identity and truth claims of individual religions.

Question 75

What does exclusivism say about salvation?

Answer 75

It can only be achieved through Jesus.

Question 76

How do liberals view conservative evangelism?

Answer 76

As undermining genuine dialogue and promoting intolerance.

Question 77

What do pluralists believe about all religions?

Answer 77

They are equal paths to the divine.

Question 78

What is the liberal criticism of exclusivism?

Answer 78

It fosters division and prevents mutual respect.

Question 79

Why might conservatives reject scriptural reasoning?

Answer 79

It excludes a core part of faith: the belief that one’s religion is the only true one.