IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FIRST PRINCIPLE OF PANCASILA IN IMPROVING RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE

This study aims to describe the essence of the First Principle of Pancasila and its implementation in promoting religious tolerance in Indonesia. The study is motivated by the importance of understanding the value of Belief in the One and Only God as the foundation of national and state life in a pluralistic society. This research employs a qualitative method using a library research approach, which involves collecting various sources such as books, journals, scholarly articles, and relevant documents. The findings reveal that the First Principle of Pancasila embodies divine values that inspire all other principles and serve as the moral foundation of the nation. The implementation of the value of Belief in the One and Only God encourages a harmonious life characterized by mutual respect and appreciation of religious differences within Indonesia’s multicultural society. By internalizing these divine values, society is expected to avoid interreligious conflicts and strengthen national unity. In conclusion, the practice of the First Principle of Pancasila plays a vital role in fostering harmonious religious life and reinforcing national integration through the spirit of tolerance and solidarity.

Keywords: Pancasila, Belief in the One and Only God, religious tolerance, value implementation, national unity.