For a Culture of Life: Transforming Globalization and Violence (Risk Book Series)

Raiser, Konrad

ISBN 10: 282541364X / ISBN 13: 9782825413647

Published by World Council of Churches, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: For a Culture of Life: Transforming Globalization and Violence (Risk Book Series)
• Publisher: World Council of Churches
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 282541364X
• ISBN 13: 9782825413647
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

Konrad Raiser proposes a transformation of those processes of globalization which have brought into being a complex system of mutual interdependence as well as mutual suspicions that often end in violence. Beginning with an examination of the root causes and long-term implications of international cooperation and cross-cultural hostility, he argues for the creation of an "ecumenical space" for dialogue and the building of community. Recognizing that religious sentiments and affiliations underlie many contemporary conflicts, Raiser challenges any attempt to use the teachings of "peace, shalom and salaam" as justifications for violence. Noting the complexity of humanitarian intervention by military powers, he opposes the return to a "logic of war" and calls for the strengthening of peaceful, political means of conflict resolution.

About the Author

Reverend Dr Konrad Raiser is general secretary of the World Council of Churches. At the time of writing this book, he was professor of ecumenical theology at the University of Bochum, Germany.