"Among the many recent studies on religion and violence, John May's is unique. From an historical-comparative analysis of how Christianity, Buddhism, and primal religions have encountered other cultures and religions, May draws bad and good news: Horrible, violent mistakes have been made. But religions can learn from such mistakes. The Transcendence they all seek can, and must, be found not in opposition to but with and through those who are different. This is both a sobering and an encouraging study of the religious potential for violence or peace. Paul F. Knitter, Professor Emeritus, Xavier University
