The unequal world we inhabit : Quaker responses to terrorism and fundamentalism /
Lacey, Paul A.
Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre.
Britain Yearly Meeting (Society of Friends)
London : Quaker Books,
2010.
Are all terrorists religious fundamentalists? How can pacifists respond to devastating violence? These and other challenging questions are at the heart of Paul Lacey's text as he explores Quaker response to both terror and fundamentalism. He acknowledges the evil and devastation caused by terrorist acts, but argues for a more nuanced understanding of what might drive people to kill indiscriminately. Alive to the urgency of the challenges posed by terrorism and violent clashes of beliefs, Lacey does not shrink from criticizing faith and religion when they stand in the way of peace. -- Publisher's description.
Are all terrorists religious fundamentalists? How can pacifists respond to devastating violence? These and other challenging questions are at the heart of Paul Lacey's text as he explores Quaker response to both terror and fundamentalism. He acknowledges the evil and devastation caused by terrorist acts, but argues for a more nuanced understanding of what might drive people to kill indiscriminately. Alive to the urgency of the challenges posed by terrorism and violent clashes of beliefs, Lacey does not shrink from criticizing faith and religion when they stand in the way of peace. -- Publisher's description.
The lectureship is under the care of Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre trustees.
A lecture related to the present book was delivered at Yearly Meeting in London on the evening of 29 July 2010 -- Page following title page.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 103-106).
Revolution and terror -- Encountering fundamentalism -- Suicide bombers: the allure of suicide terror -- Responsibility to protect, just policing, and the Quaker peace testimony -- "What Canst Thou Say?"
Terrorism.
Terrorism prevention.
Religious fundamentalism.
Society of Friends and world politics.
Christianity and politics
Pacifism