Truth and Transformation: A Manifesto for Ailing Nations

by Vishal Mangalwadi

Overview

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.

Features:
• In-depth analysis of worldviews and cultural trends
• Specific information on becoming involved in transforming culture
• A fresh, non-Western look at Scripture

Product Details

BN ID:	2940016573465
Publisher:	YWAM Publishing
Publication date:	04/02/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	320
File size:	689 KB

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.

Editorial Reviews

Very few thinkers in the world today understand as clearly as Vishal Mangalwadi does the impact of the Bible on Western civilization. He brings a unique perspective. Born and educated in India, he sees the West as others see us, which breaks the myopic view that so many politically sensitive Westerners have today. This is refreshing, invigorating, and very valuable reading. A tour de force from someone who sees us from the outside as well as the inside.

Prison Fellowship Ministries - Charles W. Colson

The current worldwide economic crisis shows what happens when distrust rules nations. Vishal Mangalwadi illuminates the path to restoring trust by embracing truth.

Editor-in-chief, WORLD magazine; Provost, The King's College, New York City - Marvin Olasky

There is urgency about Vishal's excellent argument. He is right on with respect to the moral and spiritual dynamics of Western civilization. As an outsider, he is in a strong position to address Western minds because of his knowledge of history and facts, and because of the level of concreteness with which he lays out his case. His logic is impeccable and forceful.

Professor of Philosophy, University of Southern California; author of The Divine Conspiracy - Dallas Willard