Peace and Conflict - Paper 2 Flashcards
Cain + Abel story run through
- Cain jealous of Abel
- Cain’s angry thoughts led to violence
- Cain rose up against his brother and killed him
What does James say about bullying? What does this mean?
James teaches us thay “no one can tame the tounge” however it is important to use it with our best intentions. He is telling us to be mindful of our words as it may hurt others.
Reconciliation brings…
- a stronger relationship
- a more peaceful future
- oppurtunities to learn from the past
Give a quote which goes against the teaching of forgiveness.
Deuteronomy “A life for a life, an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth” emphasises that revenge is needed.
Biblical teachings on forgiveness
- Jesus forgave Peter for denying him
- Parable of the unforgiving servant
- Jesus said don’t just forgive 7 times but 77 times
Violent protests (Catholic Views):
- It is legitimate to protest peaefully and is right for Christians to partake in a peaceful march
- Many Christians believe that violent protests are an ineffective way to create change
- “Blessed are the peacemakers” Jesus says
Violent protests (contrasting views):
- Sometimes violence is the only way to change a government’s mind for example many people supported the Suffragettes
- The Church also took part in a protest which became violent in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2015
Righteous anger
Anger against injustice. Jesus showed this anger when he drove out the sellers out of the temple
Just War criteria
- Last resort
- Weapons not too destructive
- Just cause (self-defence)
- Declared by legitimate authority
- Reasonable chance of winning
- Innocent casualties should be avoided
Contrasting views on the Just War Theory:
- Is outdated
- Army should only go to war if there is a serious threat to the security of Britain
5 main reasons the Catholic Church oppose WMD?
- Completely indiscriminate
- Totally disproportionate to any possible success
- No “victors only victims” Pope Benidict says and Pope says “use of nukes are immoral”
- Cost of maintaining and researching weapons can be used for other purposes
- Possession increases fear
Contrasting views on WMD
- WMD can be used as a deterrent for example the Cold War
- Some may argue that the use of nuclear weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki wrapped up the war
- Trident is an important symbol of Britain’s role
Consequences of modern warfare:
- Refugees
- Civilian Casualties
- Environmental Damage
Catholic organisations trying to promote peace and help victims of war:
- Pax Christi : Against nuclear weapons and has a campaign to deal less arms
- Caritas Internationalis : works to alleviate poverty, promote social justice and build peace
- CAFOD - helps people in need of resources such as victims of war
Catholic views on terrorism:
- “It is gravely against justice and charity” (CCC)
- Opposes the use of terror
