The Wisdom of Serpents: Reflections on Religion and Foreign Policy

by Roland S. Homet

"The Wisdom of Serpents helps us understand how the mixture of religious faith and public policy are both combustible and redemptive. Roland Homet speaks to those who believe that conviction and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0880282428
• ISBN13: 9780880282420
• Release Date: November 2003
• Publisher: Forward Movement Publications
• Length: 128 Pages

Customer Reviews

General summary for the first time novice

For those not experienced or exposed to the relationship between religion and international affairs, Roland Homet does a nice job reviewing some of the key issues. He covers ideas such as the role of the church, diplomacy, balance of powers, rogue nations, domestic intervention, human rights, globalization, and culture. Though in 108 pages he only scratches the surface, but gives other references for those wanting to pursue more in-depth study.