Multifaith Spaces (Paperback)

Paperback. Multifaith spaces reflect the diversity of the modern world and enable a connection between individuals from different religious backgrounds. These spaces also highlight the complex and sensitive areas of political and social debates regarding the emergence of densely urbanised populations. They hold the potential to encourage connection and dialogue between members of different communities, promoting empathy, community and shared activity for the betterment of society. This book explores the history, development, design and practicalities of multifaith spaces from the early shared religious buildings that had to cater for two or more faiths, to the shared multifaith spaces of modern secular locations such as universities, airports and hospitals. Terry Biddington looks at the architectural, theological, social, legal and practical complexities that arise from the development and use of such spaces. The book also draws together research to enable further development of multifaith spaces. This book explores the history, development, design and practicalities of multifaith spaces. From early shared religious buildings to shared spaces of modern secular locations, the book looks at the architectural, theological, social, legal and practical complexities that arise from the development and use of such spaces. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…