This series delves into the intricate and often disturbing relationship between religion and violence across diverse cultures. It illuminates how religious beliefs and practices can contribute to the creation of violent conflicts, domestic abuse, and oppressive state policies. Offering an interdisciplinary perspective, it explores how faiths shape societies that may tolerate or even encourage violence. This collection is essential for understanding complex social dynamics and historical contexts.
The book explores the historical and ideological beliefs that shape the American identity as a chosen nation in a "promised land." It examines the perception of a special relationship with God and the mission to promote "redemption" through the lens of democracy globally. Through this analysis, it delves into how these ideas have influenced the nation's self-image and its role on the world stage.