DIRECTION OF CAO DAI FAITH IN THE CONTEXT OF GLOBALIZATION
 
I. Trends in Practicing Cao Dai Religion in the International Integration of Culture and Communication.
 
 Although the Cao Dai religion has formed and developed for less than 100 years, it already possesses a rich cultural treasure that not only promotes national culture but also conveys the moral culture of major religions around the world. The Cao Dai scripture states:
  “The Master prepares for the great revival, 
  The mysterious principles of the Great Dao operate; 
  The Master’s authority unites all living beings, 
  East and West, past and future establish a future. 
  First, we build Cao Dai’s saintly virtue, 
  Utilizing the South to expand our scope, 
  The mission of South Vietnam is Cao Dai, 
  From now on, five continents and four oceans harmonize.”
This embodies the spirit of globalization and international integration based on the principle of “returning to the essence of the Three Teachings and the unity of all religions,” with practical steps including:
    “Watering and fertilizing Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, 
  Nurturing branches and correcting leaves for harmonious Dharma.”
Therefore, the mission of disseminating the teachings of Cao Dai is expanding globally:
 
II. Trends in Practicing Cao Dai Religion in the Context of Global Environmental Challenges.
The teachings of Cao Dai utilize the principle of "Heaven, Earth, and all beings as one entity," emphasizing that all creatures (including humans) share a common essence, where life and evolution are regulated by the natural laws of the universe, maintaining a balanced living environment for all individuals to exist and develop according to the continuous evolutionary cycle.
 
The "Dao Học Chỉ Nam" scripture states:
*In the essence of Heaven and Earth, there is one; 
Between the Yin and Yang, there are no two; 
The miraculous creation lays out profound truths, 
Mystically, the one spirit turns and operates.*
 
*From plants to birds and animals, 
From mountains and rivers, to winds and rains; 
How can the essence of life be limitless, 
The divine light, one body, dissolving into the earthly realm?*
 
*The ultimate power governs all beings, 
The finest mechanism embodies celestial qualities; 
Vastness so extraordinary, 
The five elements harmoniously interweave, Yin and Yang balance.*
 
If humans, whether intentionally or accidentally, disrupt the balance of life, the living environment on our planet will be immediately harmed, leading to the destruction of countless beings.
 
Consequently, the United Nations and countries around the world have raised alarms about the state of environmental pollution from waste and emissions caused by industrial activities and the ever-increasing demands of society. Every segment of the population, including adherents of various religions, is being made aware of the health risks posed by polluted environments and is responsible for protecting a green, clean environment for society.
 
III. Guiding Principles for the Practice of Cao Dai Religion in Building and Protecting World Peace.**
 
The teachings of Cao Dai state: “The hearts of humanity are the place where the truth of salvation arises, creating peace in society.”
 
The Supreme Being has said: “You have been born into the Great Dao; follow the Great Dao to ascend to the realm of the Infinite.”
 
Thus, the teachings of Cao Dai clearly indicate that the principle of building human peace is found within the pure heart of humanity:
 
*“Return to your true nature, O world; 
Turn back to the Supreme Being with simplicity; 
Do not incite ambition nor injustice, 
A strong nation and a peaceful home through unity.”*
In recent decades, religions have often participated in many conferences addressing the role of religion in global peace, providing opportunities for representatives of the Cao Dai faith to express their aspirations for peace and solutions for its protection.
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Thus, bringing the religion into life, practitioners are meticulously guided: “Disseminating the teachings is not just about making everyone understand the religion but ensuring the spiritual essence of the religion unifies all nations, theories, and circumstances.”
With countless scriptures conveying moral culture in exquisite literary forms, alongside remarkable research works on Cao Dai by many intellectuals, both domestic and international, the trend of practicing Cao Dai is well-equipped for integrating into the global cultural development process.
- Amidst the strong and widespread development of information and communication technology, the Churches and organizations within the Cao Dai religion are seizing the opportunity to widely disseminate spiritual activities and the teachings of the Great Dao across the globe, adequately meeting the needs for understanding all aspects of the religion. One can list several dozen Cao Dai websites both domestically and internationally, including those in English, French, and German; not to mention other personal information channels.
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**IV. CONCLUSION**
In the context of globalization across multiple fields in today's world, the entire Cao Dai faith needs to equip itself with the necessary conditions to practice its teachings while integrating into the international community, according to the principles and objectives of the Great Dao of the Third Period of Universal Salvation:
 
1. Do not be complacent in faith; do not indulge in illusions of ideals. One must continuously learn and train to transcend all challenges and gain sufficient competence for integration.
 
2. To achieve harmony with the world, one must first achieve harmony with their own nation (In other words, to integrate with the world, one must first integrate with their nation).
 
3. In the spirit of "All religions share one truth," maintain good relations with other religions both domestically and internationally. Study the teachings and practices of religions both within the country and around the world. Participate in domestic and international religious conferences that relate to the civilized progress of society and the uplifting of spiritual life.
 
4. Internationally, encourage followers to learn about and participate in programs aimed at protecting the green environment both locally and globally, as well as community health programs. Engage in cultural exchanges with peoples domestically and internationally.
 
5. A peaceful world is what Cao Dai calls a world of Sacred Virtue. To establish a world of Sacred Virtue, we need individuals embodying Sacred Virtue. Such individuals fully manifest humanistic values. Humanism is the essence of humanity, equating it with Heaven and Earth. “Only when humanism shines can one truly be human.” It is these individuals who can create a "Harmonious World," bringing peace to the earthly realm. “The goal of the human harmony philosophy in the Great Dao of the Third Period of Universal Salvation is to establish an improved society for all societies based on three standards: humanism, happiness, and progress. The social balance achieved in a harmonious world must encompass these three essential elements.”
 
I believe this outlines the trend of practicing the Cao Dai faith in addressing the challenges of building world peace.