Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press ISBN: 978-0-8308-1558-6 Item #: 5442

Binding: Paperback Chapters: 5 Page Count: 192

Crosscultural communicationand interconnection have never been greater in the history of the world. Yet the potential for intercultural conflict accompanies every advance. Andreligious belief, which lies at the heart of mostcultures, often appears to contribute to such unrest and at times even to violence. In this fascinating and ground-breaking study, Vinoth Ramachandra explores the complex nature of conflict betweenthe major world religions of Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity.

Challenging stereotypes built up on every side, he raises questions about the seemingly inevitable clash of cultures due to their respective religious commitments. He putsto the test the belief that a secular society thatrejects universal truth claims can sustain a truly tolerant and pluralistic society. He passionately demonstrates how the distinctive message of Christianity concerning the uniqueness of Jesus Christactually provides a basis for a truly democraticand multicultural society."

Publication Date: 2004