Review of Michael Kinnamon, The Witness of Religion in an Age of Fear, Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2017 (original) (raw)

Michael Kinnamon's book, The Witness of Religion in an Age of Fear, addresses the pervasive culture of fear prevalent in contemporary America, particularly in relation to prejudice against Muslims. Kinnamon mobilizes teachings from various religious traditions to counteract this fear, arguing that while fear has its place, the current societal fixation is excessive and harmful. By examining the roots and manifestations of this fear, Kinnamon advocates for a reevaluation of religious teachings to promote understanding and reverence rather than fear of the 'other.'