Offsetting the commonly shared idea that religion is politics' perennial nemesis, this volume demonstrates that religious traditions, institutions, and ideas are essential elements of the political quest for human rights, peace, order, legitimacy, and justice. The Sacred and the Sovereign brings distinguished scholars of religious studies, theology, and politics together with ranking members of the military and government to reflect seriously about where -- and if -- safe boundaries can be drawn between religion and politics in the international arena.
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Offsetting the commonly shared idea that religion is politics' perennial nemesis, this volume demonstrates that religious traditions, institutions, and ideas are essential elements of the political quest for human rights, peace, order, legitimacy, and justice. The Sacred and the Sovereign brings distinguished scholars of religious studies, theology, and politics together with ranking members of the military and government to reflect seriously about where -- and if -- safe boundaries can be drawn between religion and politics in the international arena.
Imprint | Georgetown University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 2003 |
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First published | September 2003 |
Editors | John D. Carlson, Erik C. Owens |
Foreword by | Jean Bethke Elshtain |
Afterword by | Joshua Mitchell |
Contributors | James P McCarthy, Margaret O'Brien Steinfels, Jean Bethke Elshtain, John Kelsay, Robin W. Lovin, R.Scott Appleby |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 312 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-87840-908-2 |
Barcode | 9780878409082 |
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LSN | 0-87840-908-4 |