Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

Covering the nonviolence traditions in all the major religions as well as the contributions of religious traditions to major nonviolent practices, this book addresses theories of nonviolence, considers each religion individually, and highlights what discrete religious perspectives have in common.

• Explores all major world religions in the context of nonviolence in great detail

• Serves as academic material to supplement a lesson plan or as general interest reading for nonacademic audiences

• Highlights the history of each religion and its standing today

• Addresses the subject from the perspective of an author with a background in peace and conflict studies, psychology, and sociology

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Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

Covering the nonviolence traditions in all the major religions as well as the contributions of religious traditions to major nonviolent practices, this book addresses theories of nonviolence, considers each religion individually, and highlights what discrete religious perspectives have in common.

• Explores all major world religions in the context of nonviolence in great detail

• Serves as academic material to supplement a lesson plan or as general interest reading for nonacademic audiences

• Highlights the history of each religion and its standing today

• Addresses the subject from the perspective of an author with a background in peace and conflict studies, psychology, and sociology

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Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

by Rachel M. MacNair
Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace

by Rachel M. MacNair

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Overview

Covering the nonviolence traditions in all the major religions as well as the contributions of religious traditions to major nonviolent practices, this book addresses theories of nonviolence, considers each religion individually, and highlights what discrete religious perspectives have in common.

• Explores all major world religions in the context of nonviolence in great detail

• Serves as academic material to supplement a lesson plan or as general interest reading for nonacademic audiences

• Highlights the history of each religion and its standing today

• Addresses the subject from the perspective of an author with a background in peace and conflict studies, psychology, and sociology


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781440835391
Publisher: ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date: 07/07/2015
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 321
File size: 587 KB

About the Author

Rachel M. MacNair, PhD, is director of the Institute for Integrated Social Analysis, research arm of the non-profit organization Consistent Life.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part I Nonviolence in Religious Traditions 15

1 Judaism: Shalom 17

2 Hinduism: Ahimsa 39

3 Buddhism: Metta 62

4 Zoroastrianism: Good Conscience 81

5 Ancient Times and Religious Revolutions 94

6 Christianity: Blessed Are the Peacemakers 106

7 Islam: Salaam 128

8 First Nations of North America 151

9 The Sikhs 168

10 Bahá'ís: Unity 177

11 Revived Paganism 187

12 Tenrikyo: Joyous Life 194

13 Ethical Atheism and Humanism 206

Part II Religion in Nonviolence Traditions 215

14 Sins: Religious Critiques of Societal Injustices 217

15 Virtues: Religious Character-Building for Nonviolent Discipline 232

16 Conflict Transformation 246

17 Campaigns and Active Confrontations 255

18 Coping and Healing 272

19 Building a Nonviolent Society 282

References 297

Subject Index 307

Scripture Index 317

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