Faiths in Conflict?: Christian Integrity in a Multicultural World

Ramachandra, Vinoth

ISBN 10: 0830815589 / ISBN 13: 9780830815586

Published by IVP Academic, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Faiths in Conflict?: Christian Integrity in a Multicultural World
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0830815589
• ISBN 13: 9780830815586
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Crosscultural communication and interconnection have never been greater in the history of the world. Yet the potential for intercultural conflict accompanies every advance. And religious belief, which lies at the heart of most cultures, often appears to contribute to such unrest and at times even to violence.In this fascinating and ground-breaking study, Vinoth Ramachandra explores the complex nature of conflict among the major world religions of Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, and also between them and the rising tide of secularism.Challenging stereotypes built up on every side, he raises questions about the seemingly inevitable clash of cultures due to their respective religious commitments. He puts to the test the belief that a secular society that rejects universal truth claims can sustain a truly tolerant and pluralistic society. He passionately demonstrates how the distinctive message of Christianity concerning the uniqueness of Jesus Christ actually provides a basis for a truly democratic and multicultural society.

About the Author

Vinoth Ramachandra lives in Colombo, Sri Lanka. He holds both a BS (summa cum laude) and a PhD in nuclear engineering from the University of London. An Anglican lay-theologian, writer, teacher and human rights advocate, he combines multiple interests in his international work with IFES, a global partnership of over 150 university-level Christian movements.