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Knowledge of how the discourse on tolerance has developed during the history of philosophy

Tolerance is on of the central ideas of modern societies in order to live peacefully together despite profound differences. During the history of philosophy diverse conceptions of tolerance as well as reasons for or against it have been brought forward. The lecture will treat the debate on tolerance from antiquity up to the present day.

lecture, videos, interactive teaching methods 

Oral exam

Forst, Rainer 2003: Toleranz im Konflikt. Geschichte, Gehalt und Gegenwart eines umstrittenen Begriffs. Frankfurt am Main.

Additional literature will be announced in the first session.