It is a short book only 2 pages and it is a very easy read. He goes in search of places where religions do not simply stand side by side, but are engaged in active and meaningful exchange. Gustav niebuhr is a former religion reporter for the new york times and presently serves as an. Finger lakes and skaneateles, new york lodging blog. The award will be presented to niebuhr at the uua general assembly in june 2009. In the post911 world with its ongoing war on terrorism, religion is for many a major. How people across america are building bridges between faiths. Gustav niebuhr, associate professor and director of the carnegie. How people across america are building bridges between faiths paperback july 28, 2009 by gustav niebuhr author.
We had gustav niebuhr on campus last week i really enjoyed meeting him, and. Beyond tolerance searching for interfaith understanding in america. For today, niebuhr argues, society must find a way to move beyond tolerance, which implies a certain degree of inequality and unwilling coexistence. This work explores how americans of different faiths are finding common ground. Gustav niebuhr, a former religion reporter for the new york times, is an. Gustav niebuhr, grandson of renowned religious thinker reinhold nie.
Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Searching for interfaith understanding in america, a farranging overview of the work thats gone on in our recent past toward fostering religious understanding and cooperation. This is a book on human reconciliation regardless of religious affiliations. Beyond tolerance download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Searching for interfaith understanding in america viking penguin, 2008 while he was covering religion for the new york times. Beyond tolerance ebook by gustav niebuhr rakuten kobo. Instead, he argues on behalf of dialogue, an exercise that provides the glue that nourishes social relationships. Gustav niebuhr, former religion reporter for the new york times, is the associate professor of religion at syracuse university. How people across america are building bridges between faiths the documents of 20thcentury art ebook. Gustav niebuhr on interfaith understanding january 16, 2009.
Gustav niebuhr, associate professor of religion and the media at syracuse university, is the recipient of the unitarian universalist associations uua prestigious frederic g. The author proposes that true peace and religious harmony must go beyond mere tolerance. In doing so, he puts himself in a position that builds, rather than burn bridges between the various faiths. Gandhi is the gold standard when it comes to talking about interreligious respect. The book opens with examples of how faiths came together in the aftermath of sept. To help shine a light on this important and inspirational work, gustav niebuhr in beyond tolerance profiles the efforts of organizations and individuals rooted in different faiths, but working together to build their communities and help those in need. Former new york times religion writer and current syracuse professor gustav niebuhr sets out to answer that question in beyond tolerance. Sep 09, 2008 beyond tolerance book signing, reception to be held sept.
Searching for interfaith understanding in america the. Click download or read online button to get beyond tolerance book now. Jan 26, 2009 so when, exactly, is tolerance a bad, or at the very least counterproductive, thing. Gustav niebuhr will talk about his book, beyond tolerance. Searching for interfaith understanding in america, a farranging overview of the work thats gone on in our recent past toward fostering religious understanding and. Searching for interfaith understanding in america by gustav niebuhr a worthwhile call to action for those determined to reach out to other religions. Whats different, what gives niebuhr s book, beyond tolerance, its few bursts of energy, is the addition of muslims to the conversation. Niebuhr, a former religion reporter for the new york times, is receiving the award for his critically acclaimed book beyond tolerance. Beyond tolerance is a combination of a personal account and a researchedsurveyed academic analysis. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Newhouse school of public communications will host a book signing and reception for r. Jan 16, 2009 professor gustav niebuhr director, religion and society program, syracuse university and author, beyond tolerance. Gustav niebuhr was a longtime religion reporter for the new york times and is the grandson of h. Niebuhr argues that tolerance will not help us achieve the type of robust religious pluralism we really need in a democratic society, and discusses much of the work that is currently being done to go beyond tolerance.
Unitarian universalist associations melcher book award. His work has been published in books, magazines and online, and he provides occasional commentary on religion for nprs all things considered. Niebuhrs personal opinions are included in beyond tolerance but he distinguishes them from facts. Chicago turabian humanities citation style guide niebuhr, gustav, beyond tolerance. How people across america are building bridges between faiths niebuhr, gustav on. Searching for interfaith understanding in america the, on librarything. Niebuhr chatted with zocalo about his latest book, beyond.
Searching for interfaith understanding in america gustav niebuhr, author. Beyond tolerance book signing, reception to be held sept. April 27, 1958, interview, the mike wallace interview collection, the university of texas at austin. Searching for interfaith understanding in america viking, 2009. How people across america are building bridges between faiths 9780143115557 by niebuhr, gustav and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Beyond tolerance by gustav niebuhr overdrive rakuten. Gustav niebuhrs beyond tolerance the new york times. Sign up now for gustav niebuhr alerts, including news and special offers. Whats different, what gives niebuhrs book, beyond tolerance, its. Unitarian universalist association recognizes syracuse. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Gustav niebuhr examines the nature of community and religion in the united states, traces the origins of religious freedom along with its advances and setbacks, and surveys the diverse range of religious faith. Niebuhr, a third generation of the famous reinhold niebuhr engages various religious persuasions to find a common ground to work together. Searching for interfaith understanding in america the documents of 20thcentury art, by gustav niebuhr, viking.
Pdf beyond tolerance download full pdf book download. Whats different, what gives niebuhrs book, beyond tolerance, its few bursts of energy, is the addition of muslims to the conversation. Searching for interfaith understanding in america by niebuhr, gustav isbn. Gustav niebuhr, former religion reporter for the new york times, is the. In this book, he reflects on both of those experiences and how they shaped his understanding of americas diverse religious landscape. I spoke with the author of a new book that celebrates interfaith projects at the grassroots. Read beyond tolerance how people across america are building bridges between faiths by gustav niebuhr available from rakuten kobo. It presents a fresh perspective on race and ethnicity. Beyond tolerance gustav niebuhr for there to be real peace, we must get beyond tolerance by junaid afeef. Searching for interfaith understanding in america, at grace cathedral on friday at 7 p. Reed lifetime achievement award for religion reporting. Good introduction to the interfaith movement for those unfamiliar with it. While it has six 6 chapters and a conclusion, the preface, introduction, notes and bibliography are integral to the book.
Mans nature and his communities by rienhold niebuhr and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Gustav niebuhr on religious tolerance chats, read, religion. Arian is featured as an example of religious tolerance in the recently published book beyond tolerance. A survey of interfaith activities in america and what they portend for the future. Mar 26, 2009 the unitarian universalist associations uuas 2008 melcher book award will be given to gustav niebuhr for his book beyond tolerance. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The title is beyond tolerance, and its by former newspaperman turned. Professor gustav niebuhr director, religion and society program, syracuse university and author, beyond tolerance.
Searching for interfaith understanding in america, at grace cathedral on friday at 7. The unitarian universalist associations uuas 2008 melcher book award will be given to gustav niebuhr for his book beyond tolerance. How people across america are building bridges between faiths new york. On the night that india became independent from britain, the goal for. What holds society together is not just people who will tolerate others, but people who will actually go beyond that, to provide the glue that nourishes social relationships. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Jan 26, 2009 former new york times religion writer and current syracuse professor gustav niebuhr sets out to answer that question in beyond tolerance. Gustav niebuhr on interfaith understanding january 16. How people across america are building bridges between faiths gustav niebuhr on. At a time when religious conflict and violence seem to dominate the media, distinguished religion journalist gustav nieb.
At a time when religious conflict and violence seem to dominate the media, distinguished religion journalist gustav niebuhr set off across america to find people who are building, not burning, the bridges between faiths. Searching for interfaith understanding in america by gustav niebuhr. Aug 11, 2008 gustav niebuhr will talk about his book, beyond tolerance. Gustav niebuhr reports on the state of interreligious efforts in america. Gustav niebuhr on statistics showing a cultural shift toward more interreligious activity in america. Beyond tolerance is a hopeful, optimistic book focused on creating positive and sustained social change through engagement with beautiful, sometimes complex, and consistently interesting multiethnic childrens literature. Beyond tolerance at a time when religious conflict and violence seem to dominate the media, distinguished religion journalist gustav niebuhr set off across america to find people who are building, not burning, the bridges between faiths.
Gustav niebuhr newhouse school syracuse university. Searching for interfaith understanding in america, the roots of religious tolerance in america, whether believers of different faiths can get along, and our fascination with fundamentalists. As he travels across the countryfrom queens and baltimore to louisville and lo. Niebuhr chatted with zocalo about his latest book, beyond tolerance. This unique perspective makes the book engaging and readable while providing very useful facts, resources and insights as well. Unitarian universalist associations melcher book award goes. Beyond tolerance quotes by gustav niebuhr goodreads. Even though this book has been out for nearly a decade and even though gustav niebuhr enjoys a family name that certainly gets my attention, i didnt get around to reading this book until a book club in which i. Professor gustav niebuhr director, religion and society. He has a wealth of experience on the subject of religion in america drawn from his personal life and then his professional life as a journalist first and then from the academy.
740 938 457 941 602 1177 171 722 1140 248 131 633 566 900 629 623 642 1183 1350 721 1208 423 1455 617 156 1330 629 1371 603 1272 271 1042 715 483 244 393 1232 848 1331 1192 899 1297 399 295 507 1276