«Public Religion» and the Pancasila-Based State of Indonesia: An Ethical and Sociological Analysis (American University Studies. Series VII. Theology and Religion)
Description
«Public Religion» and the Pancasila-Based State of Indonesia: An Ethical and Sociological Analysis analyzes the public role of religion in Indonesian society from the pre-independence period to the end of Suharto’s New Order government. It offers constructive suggestions regarding how Indonesian religion can play a significant role within the framework of Pancasila, Indonesia’s national ideology. Based on a Christian-Muslim dialogue, it is only within the realm of civil society that Indonesian religion will be able to promote the ideas of democracy, tolerance, and hu...
ISBN(s)
082047603X, 9780820476032
