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Comparative Philosophy and Religion in Times of Terror

Comparative Philosophy and Religion in Times of Terror

Comparative Philosophy and Religion in Times of Terror

Douglas Allen

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Bloomsbury Publishing plc
Año de edición:
2006
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Filosofía
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9780739116173
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Comparative philosophy and religion can help us to understand the violence and terrror that often dominate our world. These new, creative studies - ranging in scope from ancient Biblical, Greek, Indian, and Chinese formulations to recent religious and philosophical positions - broaden and deepen our understanding of terror and present new possibilities for greater nonviolence, peace, and true security.

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