The Himalayas exhibit multiple instances and stages of violent armed conflict and political instability.This paper will consider how the political and cultural realities of the Himalayas complexify the Catholic approa...The Himalayas exhibit multiple instances and stages of violent armed conflict and political instability.This paper will consider how the political and cultural realities of the Himalayas complexify the Catholic approach to pursuing a sustainable just peace.Peacebuilding emphasizes a holistic approach to conflict transformation,addressing the underlying causes of violence,while considering the goals and motivations of those involved.As a vital component of Catholic social teaching,peacebuilding articulates a comprehensive approach to reduce violence toward a sustainable and just peace that emphasizes human dignity and a common good.Although Catholic peacebuilding institutions attempt to engage at the grassroots,national,and international levels,they can be restricted to local communities in the Himalayas because of political and cultural limitations.Given the importance and plurality of religion,as well as the marginalization of mountain peoples,in the Himalayas,an emphasis on interreligious collaboration to deconstruct oppressive systems of injustice is essential.Despite a problematic colonial past and small minority of Christians in the region,Catholic peacebuilders have demonstrated an ability to contribute when partnering with actors from other faith traditions.Furthermore,Catholic social teaching provides a framework that is helpful to linking political,economic,and social development with efforts toward achieving a just peace.This research will attempt to identify possible opportunities amidst the challenges at the grassroots level and beyond.Catholic peacebuilding,when accounting for the unique challenges of the Himalayas,is one component,among many,that can contribute to local,regional,and global conflict transformation.展开更多
文摘The Himalayas exhibit multiple instances and stages of violent armed conflict and political instability.This paper will consider how the political and cultural realities of the Himalayas complexify the Catholic approach to pursuing a sustainable just peace.Peacebuilding emphasizes a holistic approach to conflict transformation,addressing the underlying causes of violence,while considering the goals and motivations of those involved.As a vital component of Catholic social teaching,peacebuilding articulates a comprehensive approach to reduce violence toward a sustainable and just peace that emphasizes human dignity and a common good.Although Catholic peacebuilding institutions attempt to engage at the grassroots,national,and international levels,they can be restricted to local communities in the Himalayas because of political and cultural limitations.Given the importance and plurality of religion,as well as the marginalization of mountain peoples,in the Himalayas,an emphasis on interreligious collaboration to deconstruct oppressive systems of injustice is essential.Despite a problematic colonial past and small minority of Christians in the region,Catholic peacebuilders have demonstrated an ability to contribute when partnering with actors from other faith traditions.Furthermore,Catholic social teaching provides a framework that is helpful to linking political,economic,and social development with efforts toward achieving a just peace.This research will attempt to identify possible opportunities amidst the challenges at the grassroots level and beyond.Catholic peacebuilding,when accounting for the unique challenges of the Himalayas,is one component,among many,that can contribute to local,regional,and global conflict transformation.
