Algoe, Rishmidevi Kirtie

Religion, power and society in Suriname and Guyana : Hindu, Muslim and Christian relations / R. Kirtie Algoe - London : Routledge, 2022 - (229 p.) - Studies in world Christianity and interreligious relations .

Bibliogr. p. 207-223

This book surveys the development of the religious landscape in Suriname and Guyana, focusing on the interaction between Hindus, Muslims, and Christians and responses to Christian dominance. It reflects on how and why these religiously diverse Caribbean societies are characterized by relative harmony, whereas interreligious relationships in other parts of the world have been marked by extreme conflict and violence. The chapters explore ideological and institutional dimensions, including the role of government policies, religious demography, religious leadership, and private religious institutions.

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