Religion and violence
In Letter to a Christian Nation, Sam Harris presents religion (not only American Christianity) as irrational, obsolete, and guilty of great harm in the world. Harris questions not only the failings of contemporary religious believers and institutions, but the very beliefs that inspire religious life. Drawing from the essays in “Subverting Hatred,” show how one specific religious teaching or practice (perhaps purged of the flaws Harris targets) might contribute to the easing of tension or the reduction of violence in the world today. Be specific and give examples. Show how this teaching or practice might be made acceptable to persons of any background.
