The Spiritual Power of Nonviolence

Name: The Spiritual Power of Nonviolence
Price: $9.99 USD
Author: George W. Wolfe
ISBN: 9781453572917

Interfaith Understanding for a Future Without War

by George W. Wolfe

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Book Details

Language : English

Publication Date : 9/29/2010

Format : E-Book

Dimensions : 6x9

Page Count : 190

ISBN : 9781453572917

Format : Softcover

Dimensions : 6x9

Page Count : 190

ISBN : 9781453572894

Format : Hardcover

Dimensions : 6x9

Page Count : 190

ISBN : 9781453572900

About the Book

Religion and violence—the two concepts seem incompatible given the emphasis in religion on virtue, love, forgiveness and compassion. Yet many scriptures contain martial images and stories of god-inspired military conquest. The Spiritual Power of Nonviolence confronts this theological contradiction, arguing that martial images and symbols found in religious texts are often meant to be interpreted as metaphors for an inner spiritual struggle and should never be used as a justification for war. The analysis is undertaken from an interfaith perspective that explains many of the paradoxical concepts found in theories of nonviolence. Professor Wolfe also presents a compelling case for the sustainability paradigm and for offering peace education and interreligious dialogue on a global scale. He probes the scriptures of the world proving that nonviolence is a shared virtue and that the real enemy we must battle against and ultimately defeat is actually within us.

“An excellent introduction to spiritually-based principled nonviolence. Professor Wolfe’s blend of different wisdom traditions is especially useful”—Dr. Michael Nagler, Professor Emeritus, University of California at Berkeley.

“George Wolfe has put the blame for proliferating violence in the world where it belongs, on the crass interpretation of religion. A thought-provoking book”—Arun Gandhi, President, Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence.

“Truly an enlightening book”—Judy O’Bannon, Former First Lady of Indiana.

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Customer Reviews

" I find myself reading books both for pleasure and work on a daily basis. Dr. Wolfe's ""The Spritual Power of Nonviolence"" is one of the most thoughtful books I have read this year. It isn't the easiest, but with something of this substance, I suspect that is inevitable. I found myself reading the book in short stretches and then thinking it over. The research is quite impressive; I found the comparisons of the various religions totally facinating. These are things that all college students (I am a professor at a liberal arts college) should be wrestling with, and that very few really do, even at schools that require study of philosophy and religion. I feel as if this book is a splash of cold water in the face, or to put it another way, a serious wake-up call to all of us. We NEED to be thinking about these things, and doing something in response. Dr. Wolfe finds a way to end with an optimistic conclusion, but I find that to be the least convincing part of it. However, that's trivial; I'm happy to have been served with the wake-up call.

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Christopher Kelton
"Dr. George Wolfe's book is insightful, informative, and thought-provoking. Through experiences, and point-of-view narrative, the reader is shown that we have much to learn about our ways in society. There is much of George's character reflected in this book, much of which he passes to his students and his readers.

Congratulations Dr. Wolfe! This was a very reflective, eye-opening experience! "

Adam Ardner
"Professor Wolfe's book is a facinating synthesis of interfaith and peace studies. He reveals the mysterious power behind selfless nonviolent activism known as adhisma. The root causes of physical, psychological and structural violence are explored with rare clarity and insight. The reader is taken on a journey through history that reveals the true teachings of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to confirm the eternal power of ""holding to truth"" through nonviolence."

Lynn Ryden
"Dr. George Wolfe's book is a dynamic journey into the exploration of conflict resolution through nonviolence.

This enlightening publication, explores the notion that peaceful activism through spirituality is the way of the Universe, ultimately proving that nonviolent resolution is the only method of long-term reconciliation.

This publication is a joy to read, as Dr. Wolfe provides his audience with the perfect balance of harmony between the roots of the subject matter coupled with his expert opinion as an educator and interfaith theologian."

Cindee Cox
"Dr. George Wolfe's book is insightful, informative, and thought-provoking. Through experiences, and point-of-view narrative, the reader is shown that we have much to learn about our ways in society. There is much of George's character reflected in this book, much of which he passes to his students and his readers.

Congratulations Dr. Wolfe! This was a very reflective, eye-opening experience!"

Adam Ardner
"I find myself reading books both for pleasure and work on a daily basis. Dr. Wolfe's ""The Spritual Power of Nonviolence"" is one of the most thoughtful books I have read this year. It isn't the easiest, but with something of this substance, I suspect that is inevitable. I found myself reading the book in short stretches and then thinking it over. The research is quite impressive; I found the comparisons of the various religions totally facinating. These are things that all college students (I am a professor at a liberal arts college) should be wrestling with, and that very few really do, even at schools that require study of philosophy and religion. I feel as if this book is a splash of cold water in the face, or to put it another way, a serious wake-up call to all of us. We NEED to be thinking about these things, and doing something in response. Dr. Wolfe finds a way to end with an optimistic conclusion, but I find that to be the least convincing part of it. However, that's trivial; I'm happy to have been served with the wake-up call.

"

Christopher Kelton
"Professor Wolfe's book is a facinating synthesis of interfaith and peace studies. He reveals the mysterious power behind selfless nonviolent activism known as adhisma. The root causes of physical, psychological and structural violence are explored with rare clarity and insight. The reader is taken on a journey through history that reveals the true teachings of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to confirm the eternal power of ""holding to truth"" through nonviolence."

Lynn Ryden

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