Globalization and Identity: Cultural Diversity, Religion, and Citizenship

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In the first decade of the twenty-first century, globalization and identity have emerged as the most critical challenges to world peace. This volume of Peace & Policy addresses the overarching question, "What are the effects of globalization in the areas of culture, ethnic diversity, religion, and citizenship, and how does terrorism help groups attain a sense of global identity?" Part I, "Citizenship in a Globalizing World," reexamines globalization in light of the traditions from which human civilizations have evolved. Linda Groff focuses on Samuel R. Huntington's thesis that the Cold War would be followed by a clash of civilizations. Joseph A. Camilleri traces the history of the concept of citizenship and its transformation through the ages to modern times. Kamran Mofid argues that the marketplace is not just an economic sphere but one where economic and business interests must embrace the spiritual assets of the community. Majid Tehranian raises the problem of identity and advocates the assumption of global identity, responsibility, and citizenship. Part II, "Convergence in Global Cultures," explores the complex issues of diversity in religions. Christopher Leeds, Vladimir Korobov, and Bharapt Gupt show how the reconceptualization of the world both geographically and regionally can recreate new sensibilities needed to overcome differences. Part III, "Divergence in Global Conflicts," discusses the multiple dimensions of the globalizing effects of economic expansion and political strife experienced by different cultures at local and regional levels. Audrey Kitigawa and Ade Ogunrinade use Nigeria as an example of political manipulation of religious and ethnic groups to divert attention from the real problems of social and economic marginalization. Fred Riggs looks at how the Web has become a medium in the globalization of religious movements. The authors maintain that continuing efforts for dialogue across cultural and religious boundaries in today's interreligious and interfaith organizations can become a force for healing. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Contents Peacenotes Introduction I. Civilization in the Global Age The Dialogue or Clash of Civilizations Citizenship in a Globalizing World Globalization for the Common Good Rethinking Civilization: Communication and Terror in the Global Village II. Convergence in Global Cultures Process Theology and Ecology in the Age of Globalization Models of Global Culture Religious Plurality in Education III. Divergence in Global Conflicts Globalization as the Fuel of Religious and Ethnic Conflicts Turmoil in Babel Globalization and Religion on the Web News & Views Call for Research Proposals Honolulu Conference Madrid Conference Reforming or Transforming UN Peace Poetry “Requiem for the Buddhas of Bamiyan” “Is World War III Upon Us, Or Is This Really Just a Game” In Memoriam Andre Gunder Frank Joseph Rotblat Booknotes