Facing Terrorism: Responding as Christians / Edition 1

by Edward LeRoy Long Jr.

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664227609
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	01/01/2004
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.28(d)

About the Author

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.