Peace And Conflict Flashcards
Forgiveness
Pardoning someone for something they have done wrong
Reconciliation
Restoring harmony after the breakdown of a relationship
Justice
Bringing about what is right and fair, according to the law, or making up for a wrong that has been committed
Righteous anger
Anger against injustice
Holy war
Fighting for a religous cause or God, probably controlled by a religous leader
Just war
A war that Catholics feel to be necessary or ‘just’ in the circumstances, when all other solutions have been tried and failed
WMD
Nuclear, biological and chemical weapons - able
to cause widespread devastation and loss of life.
Nuclear War
War which makes use of nuclear weapons which
create a nuclear reaction
Non-violent resistance
Resisting a government without using violence, for example through peaceful protest or non-cooperation
Torture
Deliberate infliction of physical, mental and emotional suffering for the purpose of extracting information.
Conflict resolution
Creating peace between two parties that have been at war or in a dispute with each other
Pacifism
The belief that all war and violence is wrong
Terrorism
Where an individual or group of people who share certain beliefs use terror as part of a campaign to further their cause
Radicalisation
Adopting extreme views
Martyrdom
Christians who have been put to death for refusing to give up their beliefs
What is an example of bullying in the bible?
James 3: 8-10
James 3: 8-10
“But no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be.”
What is James’ message in James 3:8-10
James teaches that the power of the tongue and words can do great damage. As a result, Christians should be careful what they say to others because their words can have a lasting effect on other people and in turn damage our relationship with other people and God.
What are examples of forgiveness in the bible?
Luke 23:34
Matthew 18:21-22
Matthew 6:12
Luke 23:34
“Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.”
Matthew 18:21-22
Peter asked how many times he should forgive his brother, ‘As many as seven times?’ Jesus replied, ‘seventy-seven times’
Matthew 6:12
The Lord’s Prayer says, ‘forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors’
Bible quotes for reconciliation
John 14:27
John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not let them be afraid.”
What does reconciliation bring?
• Learning from the past
• A more peaceful future
• A respect for other people’s religions and beliefs
• An opportunity to live without fear
• Appreciation and acceptance of eachother
• A stronger relationship
Examples of violence in the bible
Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:5-11)
God said to Cain ‘your brother’s blood is crying out to me from the ground’
Biblical teaching on justice
Amos 5:23-24
Take away from me the noise of your songs; I will not listen to the melody of your harps. But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.
What is the key message of Amos 5:23-24
Creating justice is more important than ensuring that worship is done correctly
Why is injustice wrong
Injustice can cause people to lose their sense of self-worth and self-respect.
Should Catholics use violent protest to respond to injustice? Under what circumstances?
Christians generally support peaceful protests against injustice but most do not believe in violent protests. We should only use violence as a last resort.
Why might Christians be against violent protest
Many Christians believe that violent protest is an ineffective and damaging way to create change, and may result in loss of life
What is an example where the Catholic church has supported a potentially violent protest
Jesus clearing the people out of the temple
Christians view on righteous anger
Many Christians believe that righteous anger is acceptable because it can be controlled and channelled into positive action, which can improve a situation.
What does just war criterea include
• Must be a just cause
• Must be a reasonable chance of winning and bringing peace
• Must be declared by a legitimate authority
• Proportional force
• Innocent civillians shouldn’t be attacked
• Must be last resort
Reasons why Catholic church opposes WMDs
• They are completely indiscriminate + long term effects
•Totally disproportionate to any any possible success
• Possibility of success is small - no victors, only
victims’ (Pope
Benedict XVI)
• The cost is great, preventing governments from spending to improve people’s lives
• Possession of these weapons increases tension and fear, making world less safe
What are the 3 main consequences of modern warfare?
• Civillian casualties
• Refugees
• Environmental damage
What are catholic views on terrorism
Pope Francis has said that it is wrong to carry out acts of terrorism in the name of God
What are opposing views on terrorism
Some people believe that terrorists are motivated by their religion.
Qhat are 2 catholic organisations working for peace
Peace and Justice Comission
Pax Christi
What does the peace and justice comission do
Its aim is to help reduce violence and tension by focusing on respect for the individual and for the whole of creation.
What does pax christi do
It aims to get involved at an early stage of a conflict to encourage people, in order to solve disputes peacefully and fairly, rather than use violence.
What are two catholic agencies that help victims of war
Cafod
Caritas international
What is an example of CAFODs work
Set up orphanages and rehabilitaion programmes after civil war in sierra leone
What is an example of Caritas Internationals work
Provided food, water and shelter to those who fled war in Niger
What are two examples of where differences in religion can cause war
The crusades
The european wars of religion
What are three non-religious reasons a war might occur
Revenge
Land disputes
Natural resources
What is an example of catholic teaching on pacifism in the bible
Matthew 5:9 - ‘if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also!
Matthew 26:52 - ‘all who take the sword will perish by the sword!
What arr christian pacifist views
• Always wrong to fight (even in self defence)
• Peace is better than violence
• War never solves problems
• War causes destruction
What are opposing views to christian pacifist views
• Force is sometimes necessary to solve disputes
• Duty of country to defend its people
• Country that doesn’t fight is seen as weak
• All negotiations fail and war is necessary to bring about justice
What are catholic views on torture
Torture which uses physical or moral violence to extract confessions, punish the guilty, frighten opponents, or satisfy hatred is contrary to respect for the person and for human dignity
What sre catholic views on radicalisation
The Catholic Church urges people to reject radicalisation, as it can lead to terrorism and encourages tension in the world.
What are catholic views on martyrdom
A Christian martyr is a person who is ready to suffer violence or even to be killed for Christ, who is the truth, or for a conscientious decision made on the basis of faith. (Youcat)
