ABSTRACT

This title was first published in 2001. Worlds Colliding argues that the prevailing worldview held by those in positions of power in Western government sets the bounds for religious tolerance.  It explores the degree to which a modern liberal state will allow a counter-cultural community the freedom to live according to its concept of the good life.

part One|117 pages

Part One

chapter 1|27 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|44 pages

Conservative Christianity

chapter 4|11 pages

A Model of Engagement

part Two|152 pages

Part Two

chapter 5|37 pages

Human Rights

chapter 7|20 pages

Religious Upbringing

chapter 8|14 pages

Corporal Punishment

chapter 9|25 pages

Church Autonomy and Gay Clergy

chapter 10|28 pages

Challenging Same-Sex Marriage

part Three|14 pages

Part Three

chapter 11|12 pages

Conclusion