In civilization theory there is a mainstream narrative: Problem: There are culturally advanced and backward classes-regions The advanced will advance further and the backward remain backward Remedy: Backward classes-regions adopt advanced cultures and codes If adoptive enough the West becomes the universal civilization This book challenges that and argues an alternative narrative: Problem: The dominant position of the Western civilization Reduction of diversity leads to increased world vulnerability Remedy: Dialogue of civilizations for mutual learning for all If mutual enough a diverse-symbiotic-equitable global civilization Johan Galtung, born 1930 in Oslo, Norway, lives in Spain, France, Japan and the USA, mainly engaged in mediation and research, founded TRANSCEND: A Network for Peace Development Environment in 1993, and was the first rector of Transcend Peace University from 2003.