Religion and the History of Violence

Facilitated by Patrick Gibbons

“Is religion the cause of the major wars and violent conflicts in history?”

Religion scholar, Karen Armstrong, deals with this question in her book
Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence.

Armstrong’s clear presentation of the foundational teachings about war, peace and justice in the  world’s major religions will focus our reflection and discussion. We will also look closely at her “passionate defense of the peaceful nature of faith.”

You do not need to have read the book. Pat will use what he has learned to lead us to a greater insight into our own spirituality and how it encourages and energizes us and our communities to promote peace and curtail violence.

$20