Subverting Hatred: The Challenge of Nonviolence in Religious Traditions by Daniel L. Smith-Christopher

Faith Meets Faith

by Daniel L. Smith-Christopher

Religious rivalries historically have been at the root of many human conflicts. In Subverting Hatred representatives of nine world religions offer insights on how their traditions may help to overcome the contagion of hatred through the practice of nonviolence. Contributors describe not only the significance of nonviolence to their tradition, but also reflect candidly on how their tradition has fallen short in putting these ideals into practice. Designed for academic or personal study, Subverting Hatred provides a wealth of insights and new perspectives on the persistent challenge of peace.

Genres: Theology, Religion

Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

An updated anthology on nonviolence and religion with a wide variety of examples. It works fine as an introduction to the subject.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a collection of academic-style papers written on peaceful traditions in various faiths. The articles are very informative. Each article is written by someone who is an expert on the particular faith, and usually the author also holds that particular belief and the position on peace that they are defending. Thus, each article represents the most peaceful way of interpreting the religion, however the authors are honest and also mention the non-peaceful activities taking place within their faith. If the authors do not hold to the beliefs they are describing, their tone is very respectful.

[Sarah (TheLibrarysKeeper) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Each chapter of the book reads as an academic paper would, and each chapter is written by a member of the faith which the focus of the chapter is on. The book is rather informative considering it is not overly long or excessive in any way. I was surprised at how readable it is as well. Nothing too complicated or wordy.