5.4 Christian Attitudes to warfare

Question 1

What is the aim of the rules of war?

Answer 1

To make sure that War is limited in its level of violence.

Question 2

Give an example of a rule of war?

Answer 2

To not kill when a lesser action will stop the enemy.

Question 3

Give a reason why many Christians oppose the use of excessive force?

Answer 3

As it is incompatible with their faith.

Question 4

Outline why many Christians are against the use of Drones in war?

Answer 4

As it reduces the awareness of the human cost of war as it is unmanned.