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Religious pluralism

Religious pluralism is the coexistence of several religions within a single society or state. The Khazar Khaganate was notable for accommodating Judaism, Christianity, Islam and traditional beliefs, which eased commercial relations with diverse partners. The Rashidun Caliphate's dhimmi framework allowed Christians, Jews and Zoroastrians to practise their faiths in exchange for the jizya tax.

Religious pluralism
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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Religious pluralism. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/religious-pluralism
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