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The Wiley-Blackwell companion to inter-religious dialogue /

0470655208

9780470655207

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The Wiley-Blackwell companion to inter-religious dialogue /

[Book]

edited by Catherine Cornille

xvii, 490 pages ;

26 cm

The Wiley-Blackwell Companions to Religion

Includes bibliographical references and index

"Features a wealth of case studies on critical issues in contemporary interreligious dialogue, such as the role of monks and of women in dialogue, its relationship to peace-building and social action, and its expression in ritual and art"--

"This comprehensive volume brings together a distinguished editorial team, including some of the field's pioneers, to explore the aims, practice, and historical context of interfaith collaboration. Explores in full the background, history, objectives, and discourse between the leaders and practitioners of the world's major religions. Examines relations between religions from around the world, moving well beyond the common focus on Christianity, to also cover over 12 major religions. Features a wealth of case studies on contemporary interreligious dialogue. Charts a long-term shift away from a competitive rivalry between belief systems, and a change in focus towards the more respectful, cooperative approach reflected in institutions such as the World Council of Churches. Includes up-to-date commentary on the growing dialogue of recent years, written by some of the leading figures working in the field of interfaith discourse"--

Wiley-Blackwell companion to inter-religious dialogue

9781118529928

Dialogue-- Religious aspects

Religions-- Relations

Cornille, C., (Catherine)

20140311233451.0

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