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This comprehensive handbook examines the intersections of religion and violence across diverse cultures, time periods, and traditions. The book brings together leading scholars to explore why violence is often intertwined with religious ideologies, rituals, and institutions. Topics include theological justifications of violence, historical case studies, psychological and sociological factors, and contemporary issues such as terrorism and religious extremism. It provides an in-depth analysis of how religious violence is rationalized, resisted, and mitigated in different contexts, making it an essential resource for understanding the complexities of this global phenomenon.