pluralisms
Many beliefs, one society
Pluralisms is the plural of pluralism, which refers to systems or conditions where multiple distinct groups, principles, or sources of authority coexist.
In philosophy, pluralism holds that reality consists of many kinds of being rather than one.
In politics and society, pluralism describes arrangements where diverse ethnic, religious, or cultural groups maintain their identities within a larger framework: The pluralisms of modern democracies face constant negotiation.
The plural form typically appears in academic contexts comparing different varieties or instances of pluralistic thinking.
State of being many
- diversityState of varied elements
- heterogeneityState of being dissimilar
- relativismContext-dependent truth doctrine
- multivalenceHaving multiple meanings or values
epistemological · ontological · worldviews · frameworks · paradigms · interpretations · standpoints · viewpoints
Coexistence of diverse traditions
- diversityState of varied elements
- ethnicitiesGroups sharing cultural heritage
- identitiesWhat makes each unique
- heritageInherited cultural legacy
traditions · cosmopolitanism · hybridity · diaspora · immigration · integration · mosaic · melting pot
Across religious boundaries
- ecumenismMovement toward religious unity
- syncretismFusion of different beliefs
- toleranceWillingness to accept difference
- coexistenceSimultaneous presence together
multifaith · dialogue · inclusivism · denominational · traditions · beliefs · worship · spiritualities
Involving several groups
- democracyRule by the people
- federalismDivided governmental authority system
- power-sharingJointly held governmental authority
- coalitionTemporary alliance for action
decentralization · factionalism · interest groups · lobbying · representation · constituencies · checks and balances · separation of powers
Areas of legal control
- systemsOrganized sets of elements
- normsExpected behavioral standards
- religious lawFaith-based governance system
- statutoryEstablished by enacted law
common law · civil law · indigenous law · sovereignty · autonomy · recognition · enforcement · harmonization
multiplicity
State of being many
- diversityState of varied elements
- heterogeneityState of being dissimilar
- relativismContext-dependent truth doctrine
multivalence · epistemological · ontological · worldviews · frameworks · paradigms · interpretations · standpoints · viewpoints · coexistence
multiculturalism
Coexistence of diverse traditions
- diversityState of varied elements
- ethnicitiesGroups sharing cultural heritage
- identitiesWhat makes each unique
heritage · traditions · cosmopolitanism · hybridity · diaspora · immigration · integration · mosaic · melting pot · coexistence
interfaith
Across religious boundaries
- ecumenismMovement toward religious unity
- syncretismFusion of different beliefs
- toleranceWillingness to accept difference
coexistence · multifaith · dialogue · inclusivism · denominational · traditions · beliefs · worship · spiritualities · sacred
multiparty
Involving several groups
- democracyRule by the people
- federalismDivided governmental authority system
- power-sharingJointly held governmental authority
coalition · decentralization · factionalism · interest groups · lobbying · representation · constituencies · checks and balances · separation of powers · participatory
jurisdictions
Areas of legal control
- systemsOrganized sets of elements
- normsExpected behavioral standards
- religious lawFaith-based governance system
statutory · common law · civil law · indigenous law · sovereignty · autonomy · recognition · enforcement · harmonization · colonial
pluralismsuniformity
State of being identical
homogeneity · monoculture · conformity · monism · sameness
pluralismsdogmatism
Unyielding adherence to doctrine
dogma · absolutism · fundamentalism · orthodoxy · intolerance
pluralismstotalitarianism
State controls everything absolutely
centralism · authoritarianism · monopoly · hegemony · monocracy
- religious pluralismMultiple faiths holding validity
pluralism, pluralist, pluralistic, pluralists, pluralistically