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Seven Statements of Golden Rule Living
The
Golden Rule is a
universal principle that can help us coexist in a pluralistic world.
Here are seven statements that can help expand our understanding of this
ancient, yet ever relevant, concept.
- There are underlying universal principles common to all human
communities. The closest we have come to discerning these principles is
embodied in the Golden Rule, which can be recognized in all
life-affirming faiths and secular moral codes.
- The essential nature of the Golden Rule is embodied in
relationships - with individuals, groups, and Creation. Therefore the
practice of the Golden Rule is not concerned with sacrifice, but with
self worth.
- The practice of the Golden Rule does not
require the
practice of any faith or secular tradition. Nor does it preclude or
discourage such practice except where that
tradition is antagonistic toward or dismissive of other experiences of
the Divine.
- The universal presence of the Golden Rule
suggests the presence of the Divine. It therefore encourages religious
pluralism and interfaith dialogue.
- The Golden Rule implies that all people, without qualification, have
intrinsic value and worth. By extension, so too do all aspects of
Creation.
- To act in harmony with the Golden Rule we must seek first to
understand those that we would interact with. This effort enhances our
ability to relate to others in accordance with the principle of the
Golden Rule.
- The spirit of the Golden Rule compels us to act to address
injustice, inequity and exploitation, whether of individuals, groups, or
Creation.
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