This book clarifies differences between the intellectual positions of these two groups by advancing the thesis that the philosophy of the modern period is largely responsible for the polarity of protestant christian thought. One of the most surprising features of american religion in the 20th century has been the survival of fundamentalism. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. About beyond fundamentalism a very persuasive argument for the best way to counter jihadism the washington post from the bestselling author of zealot and host of believerthe wars in. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Beyond fundamentalism ebook by reza aslan 9780679604242. Rent beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization 1st edition 9780812978308 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on. American protestant christianity is often described as a twoparty system divided into liberals and conservatives. Jan, 2017 this is the audio version of an article written by john l. Beyond fundamentalism submitted by emeloche on july 14, 2012, 7. Beyond fundamentalism ebook by reza aslan rakuten kobo. He focused on the likelihood of creating an islamic democracy in the middle.
How to win a cosmic war by reza aslan penguin random. His numerous books include the meaning of life, how to read a poem, and after. Biblical foundations for evangelical christianity barr, james on. It is aslans great gift to see things clearly, and to say them clearly, and in this important new work he offers us a way forward. Reza aslan is an acclaimed writer and scholar of religions whose books include no god but god.
It is a battle not between armies or nations, but between the forces of good and evil, a war in which god is believed to be directly engaged on behalf of one. Beyond fundamentalism and relativism this is the eigth in the series religion and science. Read beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization by reza aslan available from. Mar 21, 2005 reza aslan talked about his book no god but god. Aside from corruption, lack of infrastructure and poor. Beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in. Beyond fundamentalism is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of religious violence in judaism, christianity, and islam. Apr 06, 2010 beyond fundamentalism is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of religious violence in judaism, christianity, and islam. Beyond fundamentalism by reza aslan overdrive rakuten. In this provocative and engaging book, reza aslan shows why he is one of americas leading analysts of the confusing and frightening forces that confront us. May 28, 2010 beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization. Beyond liberalism and fundamentalism 9781563381768 by nancey murphy.
Confronting religious extremism in the age of gloablization random house. How to win a cosmic war by reza aslan penguin random house. Nov 17, 1978 whereas fundamentalism was born in the 1920s out of abhorrence for liberal views of scripture, its later generations have eschewed negativism, anti. A couple of months ago, while the protests were raging here in brazil, i spoke to a local friend about the demands of the protesters. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In every age it has been the tyrant, the oppressor and the exploiter who has wrapped himself in the cloak of patriotism, or religion, or both to deceive and overawe the people.
Not only does this book set things straight, but it gives an indepth history of each religions path to fundamentalism. Terry eagleton audio books, best sellers, author bio. Apr 12, 2020 audio recording of our second discussion of reza aslans book beyond fundamentalism. A very persuasive argument for the best way to counter jihadism the washington post from the bestselling author of z. Listen to bestsellers, popular titles, classics, free audiobooks, childrens books, and more. Beyond fundamentalism is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling alqaida, the taliban, and likeminded militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of religious violence in judaism, christianity, and islam. At the university of oxford, he was the oriel professor of the interpretation of holy scripture from 1976 to 1978, and the regius professor of hebrew from 1978 to 1989. Aslans latest book and the subject of our discussion is beyond fundamentalism. Confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization. Aslans views in beyond fundamentalism have some background weaknesses globalization, the u. That opens up a can of worms, but the author could have started with it is beyond the scope of this book to assess the accuracy of any sacred text. Beyond fundamentalism by james barr, paperback barnes. His book, zealot, considers jesus in the context of the time and place he lived in.
Carlton pearsons book, the gospel of inclusion, presents a powerful new voice that is emerging in pentecostal circles. Confronting the religious extremism in the age of globalism. Aslan begins the event at the forum by describing the resurgence of religion since the beginning of the 20th century. It is not my purpose to rehearse the scholarly debates over what constitutes fundamentalism proper, except to note that what is generally held to be a characteristic of it is an understanding of the sacred text in which there is really only one meaning to the text in question. Beyond fundamentalism is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of religious violence in judaism, christianity. Beyond fundamentalism and relativism psychology today. Reza aslan talked about his book beyond fundamentalism. The alcott catalog equipping you to serve the church and fulfill the great commission. Beyond fundamentalism provides the relevant, cogent information that allows us better to understand the thinking and worldviews of those we frankly do not. The god bishop pearson is serving is a god of love, not judgment.
Reaching beyond religious fundamentalism to the true love of god and self by carlton pearson. Beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization. How modern and postmodern philosophy set the theological agenda. His numerous books include the meaning of life, how to read a poem, and after theory.
Audio recording of our second discussion of reza aslans book beyond fundamentalism. About beyond fundamentalism a very persuasive argument for the best way to counter jihadism the washington post from the bestselling author of zealot and host of believerthe wars in the middle east have become religious wars in which god is believed to be directly engaged on behalf of one side against the other. Here are six things we learned from beyond beliefs exploration of the power of chanting. Beyond fundamentalism king county library system overdrive. For the secular form, it is usually based upon some doctrine such as freedom of speech or text that is similarly thought to be canonical and beyond dispute. Confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization with dr. Jul 15, 20 reza aslan converted to christianity when he was a teenager, but became more interested in jesus than as a messiah. In his new book, aslan focuses on the notion of a humanized god. Buy beyond fundamentalism 1st american ed by barr, james isbn. This book clarifies differences between the intellectual. At a time when religion and politics increasingly share the same vocabulary and function in the same sphere, aslan writes that we must strip the conflicts of.
James barr, fba, was a scottish old testament scholar. Its a wonderful book, necessary reading for anyone who wants to learn more of the world in which we live. The wars in the middle east have become religious wars in wh. The gospel of inclusion book by carlton pearson official. Choose from thousands of audiobooks at the rakuten kobo store. Confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization by reza aslan. Fourthgeneration fundamentalist carlton pearson, a christian megastar and host, takes a courageous and controversial stand on religion that proposes a hellless christianity and a. The book is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling alqaida, the taliban, and likeminded militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of.
Read beyond fundamentalism confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization by reza aslan available from rakuten kobo. But instead, the book presents what is said in the bible as fact with two end notes that say although it was really a composite work written centuries later. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Not sure why we didnt get a video recording as well. Apr 25, 2010 reza aslan talked about his book beyond fundamentalism. Reaching beyond religious fundamentalism to the true love of god and self audiobook by carlton pearson. His book, zealot, considers jesus in the context of the time and place he.
Beyond fundamentalism is both an indepth study of the ideology fueling alqaida, the taliban, and likeminded militants throughout the muslim world and an exploration of religious violence. Whereas fundamentalism was born in the 1920s out of abhorrence for liberal views of scripture, its later generations have eschewed negativism, anti. Thats something im sure wed all like to hear a little bit more about today. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio. Confronting religious extremism in the age of globalization by reza aslan isbn. Beyond the fundamentals is a bible teaching ministry that focuses on all the truth in scripture, studying it. Beyond fundamentalism provides the relevant, cogent information that allows us better to understand the thinking and worldviews of those we frankly do not comprehend. Indeed, it might almost be appropriate to say that this has been one of the. I first encountered reza aslan on the jon stewart show and was somewhat perturbed by his interview unfortunately, i have not been able to retrieve that reference on the internet, but it did intrigue and led me to purchase his book titled beyond. Carlton pearson draws on biblical scripture to argue that the controlling dogmas of religion have caused many of the worlds ills and that we should have the same attitude, in a controversial study that calls for an. The origins, evolution, and future of islam, published by random house. Robert jason jackson the author draws on scripture to argue that the controlling dogmas of religion have caused many of the worlds ills, in a controversial study that calls for an end to conflict and division along.