Military Culture and Non-Western Religions: Conflict and Accommodation

Abstract

This thesis is an analysis of the impact, conflict and accommodation between the culture of the United States Army and several non-western religious movements which are gaining wider acceptance in the military ranks. Such movements cannot be treated dismissively in today's Army. Just as multiculturalism is becoming reality in civil society, the Eastern religions are permeating the Army. This report should be of aid to those who know too little of these movements as well as a warning where possible conflicts may arise. It will also become evident that these faiths, such as Buddhism, Islam, and others are not themselves monolithic, but contain within themselves contradictions, conflicts and compromise. It is hoped that the shedding of light in this way will make the Path smoother, less rocky and minimize conflict between these religions and the institutional culture of the Army.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 25, 1995
Accession Number
ADA294710

Entities

People

  • Lawrence J. Conway Iii

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Active Duty
  • African Americans
  • Army Personnel
  • Buddhism
  • Chaplains
  • Christianity
  • Churches
  • Doctrine
  • Employment
  • Ethnic Groups
  • Governments
  • North America
  • Personnel Management
  • Religion
  • Students
  • United States
  • Urban Areas

Readers

  • Educational Psychology
  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.