Religion and violence

In Letter to a Christian Nation, Sam Harris presents
religion (not only American Christianity) as irrational, obsolete, and
guilty of great harm in the world. Harris questions not only the
failings of contemporary religious believers and institutions, but the
very beliefs that inspire religious life. Drawing from the essays in “Subverting Hatred,” show how one specific
religious teaching or practice (perhaps purged of the flaws Harris
targets) might contribute to the easing of tension or the reduction of violence in the world today. Be specific and give examples. Show how this teaching or practice might be made acceptable to persons of any background.