Multifaith spaces : history, development, design and practice / Terry Biddington.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Biddington, Terry, 1956- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Architecture and religion.

Religious architecture.

Religions--Relations.

Religions.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (226 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

London, United Kingdom : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, [2021]

Summary:

Multifaith spaces reflect the diversity of the modern world and enable a connection between individuals from different religious backgrounds. These spaces also highlight the complex and sensitive areas of political and social debates regarding the emergence of densely urbanised populations. They hold the potential to encourage connection and dialogue between members of different communities, promoting empathy, community and shared activity for the betterment of society. This book explores the history, development, design and practicalities of multifaith spaces from the early shared religious buildings that had to cater for two or more faiths, to the shared multifaith spaces of modern secular locations such as universities, airports and hospitals. Terry Biddington looks at the architectural, theological, social, legal and practical complexities that arise from the development and use of such spaces. The book also draws together research to enable further development of multifaith spaces.

Contents:

The history of multifaith space

Into the 21st century

In the wider community

Designing multifaith space

Multifaith in the public realm

Experiencing multifaith space.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-78450-867-5