The word "tolerance" doesn't seem enough. I tolerate a cold, but I jump at the chance to destroy the little bugs responsible for the virus. The word "acceptance" seems too much. I can fit only so much into my home, and I'd rather get to know someone first before inviting them into my home.

Therefore I'm not really sure what these two words mean. I don't really care about being tolerated or accepted by others. I'd prefer to be treated equally and with respect, as a human being.

I think people use religion in order to give themselves "super-human" power. I refer you to the great profit, Jim Hendrix (hehe). He said "When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace."