irenics

/aɪˈrɛnɪks/
noun
  1. The study or practice of promoting peace and reconciliation, especially in theological or political disagreements.
    • The professor specialized in irenics, teaching students how to resolve religious conflicts.
    • His work in irenics helped bridge the gap between the two communities.
    • Irenics offers tools for building understanding between opposing groups.
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