Comparative Analysis of Religious Education Systems: A Global Perspective
Keywords:
Comparative education, religious systems, global perspective, cultural contexts, religious understandingAbstract
This article offers a comparative analysis of religious education systems across different countries. It examines the approaches to religious education in diverse cultural and national contexts, assessing their effectiveness in promoting religious understanding, moral development, and social cohesion. The study provides recommendations for enhancing religious education based on international best practices.
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