商品簡介
Noting that religious legitimation of violence remains an integral part of the history of most, if not all, religions, Koch explores theoretical discourses in which religion is used to legitimize political violence. Concerned mainly with how Christianity and Islam are used for political ends, especially those in which violence is used as an expedient to justify political ends, Koch argues that contemporary discourse on violence can only be fully understood if history is taken into account. Four chapters are: introduction: legitimacy, religions, and violence; medieval foundations; religion and violence in twentieth century Islam and Christianity; insights and implications: duties, rights, and legitimizing. Annotation c2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
作者簡介
Bettina Koch, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg, VA, USA.
