Battleground: Religion [2 Volumes] (Electronic book text)

Is there a controversial issue in the contemporary world that does not involve religion? Whether it's a debate over the beginning of life, or on sexuality and family life, or on the stewardship of humans over the environment, almost all of the most contentious matters that impact today's society involve people's deeply held religious beliefs. "Battleground: Religion" helps clarify these complex topics by examining how various religious beliefs and practices impact current political, social, and cultural debates. Each of the approximately 100 entries examines a hot-button issuefrom war and peace to the culture warsand discusses, in a balanced and objective way, the points of view on these topics from all parts of the religious spectrum. Students will come away from "Battleground: Religion" with a better understanding of the issues that they will be encountering for years to come.Each entry includes a bibliography or resources for further information.