Peacemaking and the Challenge of Violence in World Religions

by Omar, Irfan A.
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ISBN: 9781118953426
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Written by top practitioner-scholars who bring a critical yet empathetic eye to the topic, this textbook provides a comprehensive look at peace and violence in seven world religions.

  • Offers a clear and systematic narrative with coverage of Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Native American religions
  • Introduces a different religion and its sacred texts in each chapter; discusses ideas of peace, war, nonviolence, and permissible violence; recounts historical responses to violence; and highlights individuals within the tradition working toward peace and justice
  • Examines concepts within their religious context for a better understanding of the values, motivations, and ethics involved
  • Includes student-friendly pedagogical features, such as enriching end-of-chapter critiques by practitioners of other traditions, definitions of key terms, discussion questions, and further reading sections
  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Omar, Irfan A.
  • ISBN: 9781118953426
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.90 x 0.50
  • Number Of Pages: 256
  • Publication Year: 2015
Language: English

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