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The academic study of religion is undergoing great changes in response to globalization. Just as sociologists now find it necessary to think in terms of "multiculturalism," so religion scholars and theologians today must work in the context of "multireligiosity." Globalization is leading not only to multiethnic societies but also to plurality in religions and worldviews. Theology and the Religions: A Dialogue offers the first sustained analysis of the trend toward multireligiosity and its implications for the study of religion. Drawing on the resources of cultural analysis, religious studies, and theology, an international slate of scholars explores the relation of multiculturality and multireligiosity, the need for interreligious dialogue, and the possibilities for a "theology of religions." This groundbreaking work is supported by case studies of various religious traditions in diverse cultures from around the world. Special attention is paid to Christian theological reflection, however, since, as a global religion, Christianity is particularly challenged by multireligiosity. Offering an engaging, wide-angle view of religion worldwide, Theology and the Religions makes a vital contribution to our understanding of the forces shaping the future of religious and social life

Talking to the Pharaohs / Viggo Mortensen -- Ethics and the economy / Julius K. Nyerere -- The World Bank and the fight against poverty / Elkyn A. Chaparro -- The Fund and structural adjustment in Africa / Elwaleed Taha -- Discrepancies in the global economy as a challenge to the Christian message / Klaus Nürnberger -- Building political will for pro-poor economic adjustment / David Beckmann -- Economic neocolonialism through structural adjustment programs in Africa / Rogate Mshana -- The social and ethical implications of structural adjustment programs for African societies / Cuthbert K. Omari -- Impact of the world economy on economies of Africa / William R. Temu -- A question of values and basic assumptions / Aloo Osotsi Majola -- Structural adjustment or transformation / Carol Capps -- People's participation and investment in women critical for Africa's salvation / Elizabeth Lwanga -- The African "debt" crisis in a Christian perspective / Laurenti Magesa -- Structural adjustment and moral revolution / David L. Windibiziri -- From structural adjustment to structural development / Amir Jamal -- Ethics and the economy seen from an African perspective.