Vol. 2, No. 1 (Spring 2004)
This issue explores the role of Scriptures, papal authority, and relationships in interfaith dialogue. It also presents an exclusive interview on religious freedom and a media study on evangelicalism's view of Islam.
Cursing Darkness, Lighting Candles
Robert Seiple Monday, 1 March 2004
The weakness of The International Religious Freedom Act is tied mainly to the tendency to emphasize punishment over promotion, where a more balanced approach is necessary. [FREE]
Ritual, Relationship, and Religious Liberty in Laos
Stephen Bailey Monday, 1 March 2004
International political pressure must be coupled with relationship-building that takes into account the social realities within the target country.
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Is Evangelicalism Itching for a Civilization Fight?: A Media Study
Dennis Hoover Monday, 1 March 2004
A content analysis of the two leading evangelical magazines in the US illustrates the diversity of opinion among evangelicals towards Islam.
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"Really Existing" Scriptures: On the Use of Sacred Text in International Affairs
John Rees Monday, 1 March 2004
Religious text can be abused for ideological ends or used for positive political gains in international affairs.
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Beyond Black Hawk Down: Papal Diplomacy and the Lessons of Somalia
Bernard O'Connor Monday, 1 March 2004
Religious leaders, such as the Pope, are a valuable source of detailed and intimate knowledge of many crisis situations and should not be ignored.
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Responding to Religious Violence: Love, Power, and a Strong Mind
Pauletta Otis Monday, 1 March 2004
Christians must approach religious based violence with love, relational and resourceful power, and a deep knowledge of Scripture.
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First Freedoms: An Interview with Tom Farr
Joshua White Monday, 1 March 2004
Joshua White interviews Thomas Farr, former Director of the Office of International Religious Freedom, who explains that governments that fail to protect religious freedoms are less likely to protect other freedoms. [FREE]
For Adam and Ibrahim
Akbar Ahmed Monday, 1 March 2004
Interfaith dialogue between Muslims, Christians, and Jews is necessary to dispel the misunderstandings and hatred heightened by 9/11.
Faith and Vocation: Integrity in Public Service
Nicole Bibbins Sedaca Monday, 1 March 2004
Two aspects of integrity are too often overlooked by Christians advocating for social causes: integrity of analysis and integrity in tactics.
Natural Law and Order: Criminal Intent
Daniel Edward Young Monday, 1 March 2004
A review of Just War Against Terror: The Burden of American Power in a Violent World, by Jean Bethke Elshtain.
Politics Without Blinders
James McCullough Monday, 1 March 2004
A review of Political Visions and Illusions: A Survey and Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies, by David T. Koyzis.