Do religions cause war and incite people to terrorism? How should we respond to religious extremists? How can tolerance and mutual respect between people of different faiths be fostered? In Religions for Peace one of the leading figures in the Roman Catholic Church addresses these vital questions at a time when the world is increasingly torn apart by unrest, violence and war.
'A book that needs to be read, reflected on and responded to by all who care for the future of mankind. God has given us many faiths but only one world in which to live together, and it is getting smaller all the time.'
Dr Jonathan Sacks, Chief Rabbi
'The Cardinal's message echoes that of the Qu'ran, that religious diversity is a divinely-ordained reality for mankind and that we should learn to appreciate it.'
Sayyid M. Syeed, Secretary General, Islamic Society
'A prophetic and timely contribution for all those who wish to be part of the search for peace in our multi-faith and multi-cultural society.'
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, Archbishop of Westminster