Religion and Public Dialogue: Resources for Harmonzing the Religious and the Secular
Date of Award
8-2012
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Religious Studies (MARS)
Department
Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies
First Advisor
Brian Stiltner
Abstract
Various intellectual and religious thinkers take different positions on the role of religion as a source of cultural conflict. This thesis proposes that each has something to contribute to the pursuit of the common good in pluralistic America, but that no single solution is adequate. Religious and scientific perspectives can come together to reinforce the empathy that is needed for a pluralistic society to thrive. Overcoming division will take all parties' firm commitment to acceptance of differences, compromise, and mutual civil dialogue.
Recommended Citation
Place, Elena Marie Adlon, "Religion and Public Dialogue: Resources for Harmonzing the Religious and the Secular" (2012). Master of Arts in Religious Studies (M.A.R.S. Theses). 17.
https://digitalcommons.sacredheart.edu/rel_theses/17
Comments
Master's thesis submitted to the faculty of Religious Studies at Sacred Heart University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Religious Studies.