Tolerance is a complex concept central to the Swedish school's core values and educational mission. While promoting tolerance should be integral to all teaching, religious studies plays a particularly important role in fostering this value. This paper aims to contribute to the didactic discussion on how to develop increased tolerance within the religious studies curriculum. To explore this, two focused group interviews were conducted with high school students (Swedish: Gymnasiet). The discussions centered on the role of religious studies, the understanding of tolerance, and potential teaching strategies for promoting tolerance.The students emphasized that the central role of religious studies is to foster an understanding of the world and its people. The subject also contributes to general education, personal development, and identity reflection. Tolerance was seen primarily as acceptance of what is perceived as problematic, with both positive and negative connotations. Tolerance also has moral and legal boundaries. To promote tolerance through religious education, students believe teaching should be diverse, comparative, motivating, and engaging, with an emphasis on understanding "the other" through knowledge and personal encounters. One key conclusion is that religious studies teachers should adopt a context-sensitive leadership style. By tailoring teaching to students' realities, teachers can create trust and a sense of belonging, which boosts motivation and engagement. This, in turn, enhances students' learning and supports the development of greater tolerance.