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The word ecumenism (also oecumenism, œcumenism) is derived from Greek (oikoumene), which means "the inhabited world", and was historically used with specific reference to the Roman Empire.

In its broadest meaning, ecumenism refers to initiatives aimed at worldwide religious unity. In a narrower sense (and in the opinion of some the only true meaning), it refers to the movement towards unity among Christians. In this sense, ecumenism is based on the idea that there should be a single Christian Church, a single Christian faith.

A more limited goal of ecumenism is promotion of co-operation and better understanding between religious groups or denominations, without aiming at unity.

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