The Pluralist Paradigm: Democracy and Religion in the 21st CenturySondra Myers, Patrice Brodeur As recent elections in Iran and Iraq have shown, the increasing diversity of religious practices around the world may redefine democracy as we know it--leaving many of us to wonder just how compatible religion and democracy really are. The Pluralist Paradigm explores this difficult question with essays from a variety of disciplines, including theology, philosophy, political science, sociology, and ethics. It will be an ideal reference for anyone concerned with fostering tolerance in a progressively global society. |
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An Overview of the Past | 3 |
Discussion Questions | 21 |
Roman Catholicism in the Age of John Paul II | 29 |
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