Religious Tolerance, Intellectual Humility, and Democratic Education

This chapter comprehensively explores key concepts and theories related to tolerance, religious tolerance, religious beliefs, commitment, practices, and intellectual humility. It synthesises existing scholarly works to offer a nuanced understanding of these topics, emphasising their interconnectedness and significance in fostering social harmony. Additionally, the chapter sheds light on the pivotal role of teachers in nurturing students’ religious tolerance. Educators can effectively support their students in developing respectful attitudes towards diverse religious beliefs by comprehensively understanding the theoretical frameworks and practical approaches. The review underscores the importance of integrating these concepts into teacher education programs, enabling pre-service teachers to cultivate an inclusive, tolerant, and democratic learning environment. This synthesis enriches the academic discourse and provides practical insights for educators and policymakers, facilitating the promotion of religious tolerance and understanding among future generations. The chapter begins by delving into fundamental concepts and theories. It then discusses relevant global studies before examining previous research within the specific context of Indonesia.