The tragedy of September 11 intensified the danger caused by religious differences around the world. As the politics of identity begin to replace the politics of ideology, can religion, Sacks asks, become a force for peace? "The Dignity of Difference is his radical proposal for reconciling hatreds. Sacks argues that we must do more than search for values common to all faiths; we must also reframe the way we see our differences.
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The best book I read last year:
"The Dignity of Difference" should be read by all four of the folks running for President..if they followed its dictates the world would be a safer place. It echoes Obama more than McCain, but both would benefit from its wisdom. Rabbi Sacks' voice promotes tolerance, asks us to respect those who wish us ill. The mere title should be medittaed on by all who seek a more peaceful world. Inspiring quotes leap from almost every page. For example: "peace means living with those who have a different faith and... more info
A must read:
This book is one of my favorites and is always a pleasure reading. Jonathan Sacks joins great thinkers of the past and present with a construcive discussion into one of modern societies' main challenges - the dealing with diversity in a global age. This book is a wonderful introduction into a healthy discussion on the virtues of diversity and responsibilities enshrined in its proper management by politics, society and religion. Although the author paves a theoretical path, further explored in his... more info
The Dignity of Difference:
Outstanding. Clearly delivered message about the present problems with religion and some quite serious suggestions for dealing with the present "clash of civilizations.
sometimes moving, but doesn't really get into contrasting views:
This book is less one complete book than it is a set of essays on a wide range of topics- sometimes insightful, sometimes less so. Generally, I found the book to be most persuasive when it explains the appeal of traditional religion, less so when it sets out an independent argument for the way things ought to be. A few of the issues covered: *The growth of religious fundamentalism. Rabbi Sacks writes: "The power of conservative religious movements has been precisely the fact that they represent... more info
