Religion and War

Author: Li Zuxian, Tang Fuquan, Li Guoqing (editors)
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: Religion and war are both social and historical phenomena that arise at certain stages of human social development. They have coexisted and been intertwined for a long time. From the religious rituals before ancient tribes went to war to the religious wars in human history, and even to the role of religion in modern warfare, the two are either closely connected or sometimes distant. Moreover, the religious emotions and consciousness based on religious beliefs, with their unique appeal and cohesion, stability, and persistence, to some extent influence the course of war. This book, with detailed information and vivid yet profound insights, reveals the intrinsic connections between Christianity and war, Islam and war, Judaism and war, and other religions and war.