Word: hindooism
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Dates: during 1893-1893
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...evils, since the outward formalities of religions must vary, the first characteristic of a simple, natural religion must be university. The principles of my religion are embodied in many, but it is impossible that there should not be denominations. Therefore I say that whether it is Christianity, Islam, or Hindooism, its principles, though they may not be intelligible to more than one sect, should yet be so wide as to include all men and all religions. If you exclude any denomination or nationality, if you condemn others to eternal darkness and ignorance, your religion becomes sectarian and will excite hostility...
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