Re-Theorizing War against Terrorism within the Context of Sikh Holy Book
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The Sikh Coalition and SALDEF, Balbir Singh Sodhi, Arizona, Terrorist Narrative Ideology, Military-First Approach, SevaAbstract
The war against terrorism has been a central focus of global politics since the 9/11 attacks. However, much of the discourse on this topic has been dominated by Western perspectives and interpretations. This paper aims to re-theorize the war against terrorism within the context of the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib. Using critical discourse analysis, this paper examines how the Guru Granth Sahib views violence, terrorism, and warfare. The paper argues that the Sikh perspective offers a unique and valuable contribution to the discourse on the war against terrorism. By drawing on the Guru Granth Sahib, this paper offers insights into how to address the root causes of terrorism and suggests alternative approaches to combating terrorism. This paper highlights the need for a more inclusive and diverse dialogue on the war against terrorism that takes into account multiple perspectives and worldviews.
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