Uniformity
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Each apostolic teacher offered their own unique perspective on the gospel, with Peter and James Zebedee holding the most influence. 148:1.2
Jesus prayed for unity among his followers, not uniformity, as sin stagnates while righteousness inspires individual creativity and communion with the divine spirits. 182:1.8
The security of a religious group is based on spiritual unity, not theological uniformity, allowing for individual expression of personal beliefs within the community. 103:5.12
The unity of true worship in the spirit of all men is forever true, while the uniformity of creeds remains unattainable. 92:7.4 103:1.1
The religions of authority require uniformity in belief, but the religion of the spirit calls for unity of experience and insight, allowing for diversity of belief and intellectual views. 155:6.9
In the Urantia Book
Standardization
- Jesus deplored dogmatization and standardization of beliefs and traditions among his followers. 141:5.4
- Progress demands development of individuality; mediocrity seeks perpetuation in standardization. 48:7.29
- Uniformity in religion, government, and society contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire. 195:3.9