Facing Terrorism: Responding as Christians

Name: Facing Terrorism: Responding as Christians
Brand: Westminster John Knox Press
SKU: 227600
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Author: Edward LeRoy Long Jr.
ISBN: 9780664227609

By: Edward LeRoy Long Jr.

Westminster John Knox Press / 2003 / Paperback

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In this timely, brief, and judicious reflection, Edward Long, a senior scholar in Christian ethics, surveys the political, religious, and moral dimensions of terrorism. Written accessibly and going far beyond the dominant just war versus pacifism discussion, this book guides Christians through the many questions and controversies surrounding this horrific phenomenon. From defining terrorism and analyzing its causes to exploring the risks of eroding civil liberties in protecting against it and living hopefully amidst fear, Long provides a thoughtful and informative analysis that will aid countless Christians in discerning how to respond.

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Title: Facing Terrorism: Responding as Christians
By: Edward LeRoy Long Jr.
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 136
Vendor: Westminster John Knox Press
Publication Date: 2003

Dimensions: 8 X 5 X 0.5 (inches)
Weight: 5 ounces
ISBN: 0664227600
ISBN-13: 9780664227609
Stock No: WW227600

Publisher's Description

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In this timely, brief, and judicious reflection, Edward Long, a senior scholar in Christian ethics, surveys the political, religious, and moral dimensions of terrorism. Written accessibly and going far beyond the dominant war versus pacifism discussion, Facing Terrorism guides Christians through the many questions and controversies surrounding this horrific phenomenon. From defining terrorism and analyzing its causes to exploring the risks of eroding civil liberties in protecting against terrorism and living hopefully amidst fear, Long provides a thoughtful and informative analysis that will aid countless Christians in discerning how to respond to terrorism.

Author Bio

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Edward LeRoy Long Jr. is Pearsall Professor Emeritus of Christian Ethics and Theology of Culture at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. He is the author of several books, including A Survey of Christian Ethics, A Survey of Recent Christian Ethics, War and Conscience in America, and Peace Thinking in a Warring World.