Iraq or Christianity and Law

Iraq: Searching for Hope

Author: Andrew Whit

As an envoy for peace, Andrew White is dedicated to religious and political reconciliation in Iraq and has frequently risked his life. In this new edition of his book, which tells a remarkable inside story, Andrew reflects on what he has seen in Iraq during his visits since 2005, including the escalating violence, working with the military and the involvement of the Americans. He also assesses what he considers to be mistakes in the peace process. Among the more dramatic moments are the trial of Saddam, at which Andrew was present; the abduction of the leaders of St George's church and their presumed death; and hostage crises including the death of colleagues. Andrew's personal struggle has been very real, but even at the worst moments, he never loses hope. His picture of life on the ground in Iraq is as compelling as his insights into what goes on behind the political censors. Interspersed in this compelling account are reflections on such profound issues as the nature of evil, the occasional necessity of war and - perhaps the most urgent question - whether religion is part of the problem or the solution.

About the Author:
Canon Andrew White is the former International Director of the Iraqi Institute of Peace and President of the Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgements     iv
Historical note     vi
Preface to second edition     vii
Preface toufirst edition     viii
Making friends with the enemy     1
The struggle begins     16
Why me?     22
Hope, edged with fear     25
Was the war justified?     38
The tale of suffering     45
Is it appropriate to speak of 'evil'?     53
Chaos and horror     55
Who are the insurgents?     54
The pursuit of peace     69
Doesn't religion do more harm than good?     82
Signing up     85
Can there be peace between religions?     95
Striving to set the captives free     98
Where is God in all this?     107
The corridors of power     110
Whose side are the media on?     118
Changing regimes     122
What is so special about Iraq?     133
Signs of new growths     137
A land of hope     144
The darkness and the glory     152
The Baghdad Religious Accord     171
The Dokan Religious Accord     173
Who's who     175

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Christianity and Law: An Introduction

Author: John Witte Jr

What impact has Christianity had on the law from its beginnings to the present day? This introduction explores the main legal teachings of Western Christianity, set out in the texts and traditions of scripture and theology, philosophy and jurisprudence. It takes up the weightier matters of the law that Christianity has profoundly shaped - justice and mercy, rule and equity, discipline and love - as well as more technical topics of canon law, natural law, and state law. Some of these legal creations were wholly original to Christianity. Others were converted from Jewish and classical traditions. Still others were reformed by Renaissance humanists and Enlightenment philosophers. But whether original or reformed, these Christian teachings on law, politics and society have made and can continue to make fundamental contributions to modern law in the West and beyond.