Religion's Role in International Security

By Laurel Garner

The complex relationship between religion, globalization, and international security. It emphasizes that security policies must consider the influence of religious factors, as recent events have demonstrated. Examples include Ariel Sharon's visit to the Temple Mount and the Falun Gong movement's protests in China. The text challenges the notion of secularization, asserting that religions remain influential and adaptable in the modern world. It acknowledges the evolving nature of religions and their impact on societies, noting that they are subject to change and transformation. The interplay of globalization, communication, and religious interpenetration is discussed, leading to attitudes of relativism, syncretism, and potential tensions. The text also anticipates increased mixing of religious traditions, which could lead to adaptations and conflicts within communities and broader society. The consequences of these developments are viewed through a security lens, acknowledging the potential for both positive interactions and challenges that need to be addressed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CF45J3QW
• ISBN13: 9798856767314
• Release Date: August 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"