RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE IN THE ARAB SOCIETY: GAINED EXPERIENCE AND PRACTICE OF MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING

Abstract

B a c k g r o u n d . It is emphasized that the study of the topic of religious tolerance in the Arab world and taking into account the experience of mutual understanding in societies with different cultures and religious beliefs is of great importance. The practice of harmony and religious goodwill between Ukrainians and Arabs is a relevant example for solving existing problems in these societies.

M e t h o d s . It was noted that the appropriate methodology enables the formation of the correct worldview and contributes to the development of tolerance in the society of the specified countries. Emphasized. that in this context the main principle is the objective study and interpretation of religious concepts, laws, works and adequate translation of their content. The significance of the study of the historical, natural and climatic conditions of the emergence and evolution of Arab culture for its deep understanding, in particular the modern development of Arab society, is revealed. In this context, information about the ancestral homeland and ethnogenesis of the Arabs, as well as the interpretation of the name of this ethnic group, is important.

R e s u l t s . The period of Arab history during which the said culture reached its highest level was determined, especially after the unification of the entire Arab society into a single state, as well as the initiation of a new calendar named "Hijras". It is noted that an important issue is also the situation of modern Arab society, the historical and geographical area of the spread of its culture. It is emphasized that religious tolerance is an important moral value necessary for the successful development of societies and ensuring peace in the modern globalized world. In this context, the study of the problem of tolerance in Arab society is of practical interest for religious studies, which studies various directions of religious teachings.

C o n c l u s i o n s . It has been established that in order to solve existing problems related to the establishment of dialogue at the worldview level and the development of relations between the mentioned societies, knowledge of Ukrainian history, culture, language, philosophy, religion, in particular international relations, in the Arab society is necessary. It has been proven that this question is relevant for the correct understanding and establishment of communication and development of relations. In particular, it is about the need for Muslim Arabs to know religion, philosophy, culture, language, history and the importance of introducing Christianity in Ukraine-Russia. An important factor is that both mentioned religions are monotheistic, which makes it possible to improve mutual understanding between Ukrainians and Arabs at the worldview level.