Religion, The Missing Dimension of Statecraft
"This book brings a refreshing change....Brings badly needed balance into the discussion of religion and international affairs."--Foreign Affairs"Religion and the passion it generates are a major aspect of our humanity, hence a major force not only in the lives of individuals but in the fate of nations. As the various authors of this edifying book keep reminding us, the aphorism that we don't live by bread alone has enormous political and strategic implications."--Robert Coles,Washington Post Book World"Religion, The Missing Dimension of Statecraftholds lessons not only for government officials but also for religious leaders willing to take initiatives for peace. It should encourage the growth of diplomatically engaged religion as well as religiously informed diplomacy."--Peter Steinfels,The NewYork Times"Eminently readable, provocative, stimulating for specialists in both foreign affairs and religion,Religion, the Missing Dimension of Statecraftmust be read by anyone concerned about conflict resolution, and the positive role religion ca play in creating a more peaceful and just world."-Bulletin of the Royal Institute for Inter-Faith Studies