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Albert Dondeyne (1963, 166) remarks that our contemporary world is characterized by a growing sense of historicity and solidarity primarily because “the world is becoming one” and that humankind is now faced “with the greatest task ever- the task of building an economic and social world in which there is room for all.” Dondeyne highlights the inescapable character of our time and the formidable challenge that we face. While it is true that the world is coming together as more lines of communication and transaction become available-thanks to modern technologies-we also find ourselves in societies that are increasingly characterized by difference and diversity.

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Source Journal	Tambara
Journal Volume	Tambara Vol30, No.1
Authors	April D. Capili
Page Count	9
Place of Publication	Davao City
Original Publication Date	June 1, 2013
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