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Bridges Instead of Walls: Christian-Muslim Interaction in Denmark, Indonesia, and Nigeria
Bridges Instead of Walls Christian-Muslim Interaction in Denmark Indonesia and Nigeria Author:Lissi Rasmussen, Editor Religion is often seen as the principal cause of wars, conflicts and clashes between people around the world. Many people believe that the world would be a better and more peaceful place without religion. This book analyses and compares specific conflicts and peace building efforts between Christians and Muslims in Denmark, Indonesia and Niger... more »ia, and attempts to determine the role of religion in each of these situations. It then shares insights on how effective bridges can be built in contexts such as these. A study team, sponsored by the Lutheran World Federation (Department for Theology and Studies), consisting of Christians and Muslims from Denmark, Indonesia and Nigeria, visited select sites in these countries between 2003 and 2005. Their observations, interviews, and discussions with relevant persons in these countries become the core of this book.« less