Movements & Issues in World Religions Fu Spiegler 1987 Sourcebook Politics

Explore the complex interplay of religion, ideology, and politics with "Movements and Issues in World Religions." This comprehensive sourcebook, edited by Charles Wei-hsun Fu and Gerhard E. Spiegler, offers an in-depth analysis of global religious developments since 1945. It delves into critical interreligious conflicts, the role of religion in developing and developed nations, and the intersection of Marxism with various religious traditions, including dedicated sections on the Holocaust. Published in 1987 by Greenwood Press, this volume provides scholarly perspectives on a wide array of topics, from the Arab-Israeli conflict and Catholic-Protestant dynamics in Northern Ireland to the influence of Islam, Buddhism, and Catholicism worldwide. With contributions from numerous experts, the book examines how faith shapes and is shaped by political landscapes and societal movements, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars of religious studies, political science, and history.