multicultural riddle, The
Book Description
In a world where cultural boundaries increasingly blur and intersect, understanding how different communities can coexist becomes one of our most pressing spiritual and social challenges. Gerd Baumann approaches this complex terrain by framing multiculturalism as a riddle waiting to be solved through deeper contemplation and fresh perspective.
This thoughtful exploration invites readers to examine the fundamental assumptions underlying three distinct worldviews: those who champion unified national identity, those who find meaning through ethnic heritage, and those whose religious beliefs form the cornerstone of their cultural expression. Rather than accepting these as fixed categories, Baumann suggests that genuine understanding emerges when we question what nationality, ethnicity, and religion actually mean in our interconnected age.
The book reveals that authentic multiculturalism transcends simply adding up different cultural groups. Instead, it represents an entirely new way of engaging with culture itself, one that embraces internal diversity and applies this expanded awareness both to our own communities and to others. Through this lens, readers discover that solving the multicultural riddle requires not just tolerance, but a fundamental shift in how we create and understand cultural meaning.
For those seeking to navigate our diverse world with greater wisdom and compassion, this work offers valuable insights into building genuine equality and justice across cultural divides.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Anthropology & Spirituality
📄 Length: 177 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore SOCIAL SCIENCE
- ✓ Explore Droits de l'homme
- ✓ Explore Cultural
- ✓ Explore Multiculturele samenlevingen
- ✓ Explore Identification (Religion)
- ✓ Explore Civil rights
- ✓ Explore National characteristics
- ✓ Explore Religion et culture
