THE SYNCRETIST
Originally coined by the Greeks, "syncretism" was a term used to describe the joining together of rival forces on the Isle of Crete in opposition to a common enemy.

We think that 'syncretism' is one way forward in an attempt to reconcile the polarised and opposing belief systems that exist between political and religious groups. This online resource is devoted to that process.

Syncretism is also associated with the process of communication and knowledge transfer. It can originate with either the sender or the recipient of the message. The sender may introduce syncretistic elements in a conscious attempt for relevance or by the presentation of a subjective and personally interpreted part of the message. It may happen unconsciously as the result of an inadequate or faulty grasp of the message or knowledge. The recipient will interpret the message within the framework of his world view or reality tunnel. This may distort the data but fit his values.