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Faith-Based Diplomacy: Trumping Realpolitik 1st Edition

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For most of the twentieth century, the most critical concerns of national security have been balance of power politics and the global arms race. The attacks of September 11, 2001 and the motives behind them, however, demand a radical break with this tradition. If the United States is to prevail in its long-term contest with extremist Islam, it will need to re-examine old assumptions, expand the scope of its thinking to include religion and other "irrational" factors, and be willing to depart from past practice. A purely military response in reaction to such attacks will simply not suffice. What will be required is a long-term strategy of cultural engagement, backed by a deeper understanding of how others view the world and what is important to them.
In non-Western cultures, religion is a primary motivation for political actions. Historically dismissed by Western policymakers as a divisive influence, religion in fact has significant potential for overcoming the obstacles that lead to paralysis and stalemate. The incorporation of religion as part of the solution to such problems is as simple as it is profound. It is long overdue.
This book looks at five intractable conflicts and explores the possibility of drawing on religion as a force for peace. It builds upon the insights of Religion, the Missing Dimension of Statecraft (OUP,1994)--which examined the role that religious or spiritual factors can play in preventing or resolving conflict--while achieving social change based on justice and reconciliation. The world-class authors writing in this volume suggest how the peacemaking tenets of five major world religions can be strategically applied in ongoing conflicts in which those religions are involved. Finally, the commonalities and differences between these religions are examined with an eye toward further applications in peacemaking and conflict resolution.
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"I have always been optimistic that the 21st century will be distinguished by a renewal of faith and a better understanding between world religions. This book reinforces my view, and if politicians act on it they will benefit from the gifts of religion, which God has ordained for the sole interest of mankind."--His Eminence Ahmad Kuftaro, Grand Mufti of Syria

"In earlier work Douglas Johnston has shown that one ignores the religious factor in international relations at one's peril. In this new book he shows how, in specific situations, religious institutions can serve to mediate conflicts and prevent violence. The book is an innovative and useful contribution. It merits a wide readership." --Peter L. Berger, University Professor of Sociology and Theology, Boston University, and Director of the Institute for the Study of Economic Culture

"Some have concluded that religion plays the devil in its contribution to conflict in different parts of the world. This study, however, shows how religious men and women of conflicting traditions can help expel that devil." --Rajmohan Gandhi

"Since I first read Religion, the Missing Dimension of Statecraft, I have constantly commended its timely message about the significance of the religious dimension for world stability. I commend equally warmly this new volume edited by Douglas Johnston, Faith-based Diplomacy: Trumping Realpolitik, with its invaluable case-studies of some of the most difficult areas of conflict in the world. This is priority reading for political and religious leaders alike." --The Rev. Dr. George Carey, Archbishop of Canterbury

"In a world that is burdened by an ever-widening gap between the rich and the poor, deadly conflicts of identity, permeable international borders, weapons of mass destruction, and suicidal terrorism, Faith-Based Diplomacy: Trumping Realpolitik is a compelling and intellectually sound piece of work that bravely points the way toward a more promising future."----Zbigniew K. Brzezinski

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Boldly examines the shortcomings of American foreign policy in the post-9/11 world

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; 1st edition (March 27, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0195160894
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0195160895
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1620L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.25 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.28 x 1.02 x 5.44 inches
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  • I Don't Read Much Fiction
    3.0 out of 5 stars A trail-blazing book of growing significance... many years on
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    On the high notes, this book takes a good look at the background to a few religiously loaded conflicts: Palestine, Kashmir, Sri Lanka. Religion has not been taken seriously, especially by those who think religion is foolish and would rather sweep it under the rug in favor of 'extremist' language.

    Interestingly, Sri Lanka has since died down, not due to religious negotiation but the death of a leader; realism again gets the spotlight. But did it have to be that way?

    The basic idea of studying and understanding religion in Foreign policy is sound. Foreign policy has not dealt very well with religion and this is understandable considering the cultural, American value of religion and state separation.

    This book does well in saying that religion cannot be ignored and cannot just be regarded as 'foolish' or even misinterpreted by its users. It must be respected according to the interpretations of its sects. On the other hand, this book seems to advocate that the solution to conflict is to support the middle ground, the watered down, syncretic, non-orthodox version of all faiths.

    There is a problem with this notion. To rally for the 'sufi' or 'universal' equivalent of faiths within a conflict is to reject the sacred scriptures in many cases. Indeed, in the end, the authors call for a re-interpretation of Shar'ia in order to make it more accommodating. It's hard to find a solution using religion without compromising theology from any orthodoxy.
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    The positions within are based on presuppositions that depend on the "evolution" of religion and "experience" over "text." To think that the players in the world of religious conflict in Sudan, Nigeria, Ukraine and Syria would benefit from these arguments is naive. With all the best liberal intentions these authors have tried to offer and alternative to the status quo. Their arguments fall short and events since the release of this book point to its irrelevance. To expect fighters to water down their beliefs ignores the fundamental issues altogether.
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