chapter 1 Introduction to water & culture The importance of the cultural dimension, Structure of the book, The broader context of sustainable water management, Culture -- chapter 2 Water: a source of life Introduction, Water: the first and foremost (re)source, The secret to survival, The challenge of change, Conclusions -- chapter 3 Water: a source of inspiration Introduction, Water and Animism, Water and Hinduism, Water and Buddhism, Water and Judaism, Water and Christianity, Water and Islam, Other world religions, Conclusions: from water wisdom to wise water management? -- chapter 4 Water: a source of power Introduction, Hydropower, Dams, Political power, Conclusions -- chapter 5 Water: a source of cooperation or of conflict? Introduction, Water rights, Water distribution, Water conflicts, Water cooperation, Water dispute resolution, Conclusions -- chapter 6 Water: a source of sustainability Introduction, Sustainable water management, Roles of different actors in sustainable water management, How to take culture into account in water management?, Cultural impact assessment, Successful communication requires cultural competence, Success factors for sustainable intercultural water management, Conclusion.