IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL PRACTICE (IJRCP )

E-ISSN 2579-0501
P-ISSN 2695-219X
VOL. 9. NO. 2 2024
DOI: 10.56201/ijrcp.v9.no2.2024.pg18.27

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Pauline Paradigm for Peace in Multi-Religious Society: An Interpretation of Romans 12:13-15

OPIRI, Jackson Ogheneruona (PhD Candidate), Dr. Osbert. Uyovwieyovwe Isiorhovoja

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Abstract

The consistent eruption of religious insurgency and animosity in a multi-religious society has been a longstanding and prevalent issue in numerous societies worldwide. Recently, it has become evident that religion has been exploited by certain religious followers and stakeholders as a means of societal disintegration, rather than as a tool for fostering peace and social unity. Given that peace is a crucial catalyst for unity, its examination has garnered international attention due to the fact that its absence leads to hostility, discord, and even warfare, to name just a few consequences. The main aim of this research is to delve into the interpretative and contextual implications of Romans 12:13-15 as a remedy for promoting peace in a multireligious society. This research holds significance as it represents a timely endeavour to tackle the escalating issue of ethno-religious conflicts in contemporary societies. It underlines the interpretative and contextual importance of Romans 12:13-15 as a model for religious conduct in a multi-religious setting. Employing the exegetical method of textual analysis to decipher the text and utilizing the hermeneutical method of research inquiry to contextualize the text for modern religious practices, the research discovered that peace is an essential tenet in Religion, thus necessitating that all religious adherents be fervent in advocating for it within their respective societies. Furthermore, peace fosters concord and social cohesion, as its presence cultivates a conducive environment for social, political, and infrastructural development within the society.

keywords:

Society, Peace Building, Conflict Management, Sustainable Society, Religion

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