Truth and Transformation: A Manifesto for Ailing Nations - Softcover

Mangalwadi, Vishal

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1576585123 ISBN 13: 9781576585122

Publisher: YWAM Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

We live in times marked by much confusion and apprehension. In this landmark book, international scholar and author Vishal Mangalwadi offers a radical vision for the gospel's power to heal Western society. With insights drawn from real-life struggles against corruption and from years of study, he delves into the ideological roots of social oppression. Reform, he argues, is never without controversy. Yet reforming a culture's values is a necessary precursor to lasting liberation and hope.

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We live in times marked by much confusion and apprehension. In this landmark book, international scholar Vishal Mangalwadi expounds the gospel's power to heal Western society. With insights drawn from real-life struggles against corruption and years of study, he delves into the ideological roots of oppression. Reform, he argues, is never without controversy. Yet reforming a culture's values is a necessary precursor to liberation and hope.

About the Author:

Vishal Mangalwadi (1949-) MA, LLD, is an international lecturer, social reformer, political columnist, and author of thirteen books. Born and raised in India, he studied philosophy at universities, in Hindu ashrams, and at L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland. In 1976 he turned down several job offers in the West to return to India, where he and his wife, Ruth, founded a community to serve the rural poor. Vishal continued his involvement in community development serving at the headquarters of two national political parties, where he worked for the empowerment and liberation of peasants and the lower castes. In demand worldwide, Vishal is a dynamic, engaging speaker who has lectured in 32 countries. He enjoys simplifying complex ideas and inspiring despairing hearts with hope.

About this edition

• Publisher: YWAM Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1576585123
• ISBN 13: 9781576585122
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 317