Just War Flashcards
1
Q
What was the problem with the Roman empire?
A
The Christians refused to fight
2
Q
What did Constantine do?
A
Become Chrisitian
3
Q
What did Augustine of Hippo declare?
A
It was acceptable for christians to fight if there was a just cause
4
Q
What is just war most closely associated with?
A
Natural Law
5
Q
Why did Aquinas develop the idea originally?
A
He recognised the need to preserve life and to live harmoniously, but also saw that it might be necessary to fight to bring about a greater good
