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Hoping to dispel the sense of otherness so prevalent in our world, Dr. Kirk Heriot discusses the world's array of faiths and how our lack of mutual understanding leads to conflict in the dialog between peoples and nations. Understanding Each Other After 9-11 is a strong pick for world culture collections and international issues collections. -- Reviewer The Midwest Book Review

Kirk Heriot's research and elucidative skills bring the world's major faiths into sharp focus. Written in clear, compelling language, Understanding Each Other After 9-11 is must reading for anyone who seeks a better understanding of religion. -- Ruth Hoppin, author of Priscilla's Letter: Finding the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews Lost Coast Press takes an ecumenical approach with 'Understanding Each Other After 9/11: What Everyone Should Know About the Religions of the World' by Kirk Heriot [who] was inspired in part by the Sept. 15, 2001, murder of Balbir Singh Sodhi, an American Sikh mistaken for a Muslim by a revenge-seeker because Mre. Singh Sodhi was wearing a turban. -- Nonfiction Reviews Editor Publishers Weekly There is much ignorance, misunderstanding, and bias among believers of different religions. There are also areas of common ground that can serve as a place to open a dialog with one another. Dr. Heriot is to be commended for his efforts at facilitating mutual understanding. -- Rev. Dr. James T. Stout, author of Bipolar Disorder: Rebuilding Your Life Understanding Each Other After 9-11 has global significance. Heriot reconciles the teachings of various religions to show that what we have in common outweighs the differences that cause distrust. Encouraging Americans to view other faiths with greater respect, this book serves a useful function for us all. -- Reviews Editor The Review of Religions Understanding Each Other After 9-11 should be read and discussed vigorously by all who want to do what is right in the world. It's an important book for those who long for a future in which everyone thinks spiritually and acts accordingly! -- Reverend Wanda Windsor United Methodist Minister

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