In the wake of September 11, 2001 religion is often seen as the motivating force behind terrorism and other acts of violence. Religion and Peacebuilding looks b

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literature on religion, conflict, and peacebuilding. With a focus on structural and cultural violence, the vol

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

Recent years have seen a meteoric rise in the power and importance of organized religion in many parts of the world. At the same time, there has been a signific

This text explains what religious terrorists and religious peacemakers share in common and what causes them to take different paths in fighting injustice.