Transnational religion and fading states
Auteur :
Rudolph, Susanne H
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN :
9780813327686
Date de publication :
13 déc. 1996
Dimensions :
23,4 x 15,6 cm
Poids :
453 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Focusing on the dilution of state sovereignty, this book examines how the crossing of state boundaries by religious movements leads to the formation of transnational civil society. It reveals the dual potential of religious movements as sources of peace and security as well as of violent conflict.