Religion, diversity and conflict

By Edward Foley

Subjects: Human rights, Praktische Theologie, Congresses, Religion and culture, Christentum, Religion and politics, Islam, Religions, Interreligiöse Beziehung, Religiöser Konflikt, Relations, Multiculturalism, Practical Theology, Multikulturelle Gesellschaft, Interfaith relations, Judentum, Religious pluralism, Religiöser Pluralismus, Religion and sociology, War, Interreligiöser Dialog, War, religious aspects, Culture conflict

Description: While religion can be a source of healing, peace, and reconciliation, it can also be a trigger, if not an underlying cause, for conflict between peoples of varying beliefs. With that awareness, the International Academy of Practical Theology convened its 2007 meeting around the theme of "Religion, Diversity, and Conflict." From the multiple seminars, lectures, and studies presented at that meeting, a selection was chosen for this book. Representing contributions from four continents, and drawing upon perspectives from African traditional religions, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, the book offers a rich introduction to the problems and promises of religion in dialogue with 21st-century diversity.