Religious Heritage and Nuclear Communication: Principles from Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam.

This article examines the influence of religious heritage, specifically through the religious traditions of Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism, on nuclear security discourse and policy, with a particular focus on Catholicism and Shi'ite Islam. By employing a just war framework as a comparative baseline, it conducts a cross-religion analysis of ethical approaches to warfare and nuclear weapons. This methodology facilitates "translation" among religious perspectives, illuminating both shared principles and unique insights within each tradition. The study finds that while these traditions share some common principles, they also present unique perspectives that can significantly affect nuclear policy decisions. The article concludes that awareness of religious heritage is crucial for effective communication and negotiation in the nuclear age. Policy recommendations include incorporating religious perspectives in nuclear policy discussions, promoting interfaith dialogue, investing in education on diverse religious views, and leveraging shared principles in international negotiations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]