Understanding the role of faith in national security
Discover how religious information shapes military planning and international relations, and why chaplains may play a key staff role in gathering and interpreting this data. The material explains why religion is a major cultural factor and how it can influence outcomes on the battlefield and in diplomacy.
This book frames the challenge of collecting, producing, and using religious intelligence. It outlines past habits, current gaps, and practical steps to build a continuous, coordinated program that supports commanders and national objectives without compromising ethics or professional duties.
- How religion forms culture and why it matters for strategy and operations
- The proposed role of military chaplains in intelligence gathering and analysis
- Key differences between religious information and religious intelligence, and how to bridge them
- Policy considerations and organizational changes to strengthen DoD-level religious intelligence programs
Ideal for readers of military history, intelligence studies, and religion-and-politics perspectives, this edition offers a concise look at the intersection of faith, culture, and security.