Religion and international security / Lee Marsden.

Includes bibliographical references (pages [220]-239) and index.

Theorising religion and international security -- Sacred violence and clashing civilizations -- Just war and Jihad -- Blessed are the peacemakers -- Faith-based initiatives and international security -- Suffering and dying in the name of God -- Religions of peace and war? A matter of choice.

In this book, the author explores the return of religion as a major cause of insecurity in the contemporary world. He guides readers through the different theoretical perspectives surrounding the study of religion and security, arguing that the secular bias that marginalized the role played by religion in recent times must change to reflect the realities of the emerging post-secular international order. Packed with examples from around the world, the book offers a thoughtful and nuanced exploration of religion and security through key themes such as religiously motivated and inspired terrorism and warfare, the human security of women and gay people in religiously dominated communities, and the capacity for religious communities and leaders to heal conflict through peacebuilding.