Peace & Conflict Flashcards
Forgivness
Pardoning someone for something they did wrong
Reconciliation
Restoration of friendly relations
Justice
is bringing about what is right and fair according to the law.
Righteous Anger
Controlled anger to bring about justice
Holy war
Wars that have religious aims or goals
Just War
War that is fought for the right reasons
WMD
Weapons of mass destruction
Nuclear war
War using nuclear weapons or WMDs
Non-violent resistance
Peacefully refusing to follow decisions or orders
Torture
Causing severe harm to get information
Conflict resolution
Resoliving issues and problems
Pacifism
Belief that conflict and violence is wrong
Terrorism
Violenced used to encourage change or send a message
Radicalisation
Process where people adopt increasingly extreme positions on issues
Martyrdom
The death of a marytr
What are some reasons on why the catholic church opposes WMDs:
They inflict pain and suffering on civilains and innocent people,
Possession of these weapons increases tension and fear, making the world less safe
With WMDs the possibility of success is small; there are no victors, only victims.
What are the three main consequences of modern warfare?
Civilian casualties, refugees and environmental damage.
What are the seven clauses that make Just War theory ‘Just’ ?
Must be an act of self defence
No attacking civilians
Must be certain of success
Must be a last resort
Attacks should be proportional
Must be declared legitimate
What does reconciliation bring about?
A more peaceful environment
A life without hatred or anger
Stronger relationship
Respect for other peoples choices
Key quotes on forgiveness:
Jesus said “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy seven times. “Father, forgive them, they know not what they do.”
What are some examples of bullying in the bible?
“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.” James 3:8-10
What are some examples of reconcilliation?
“In the Sacrament of Reconciliation we find our way back to the Lord, and rediscover the meaning of life.” - Pope Francis
What are the catholic views on torture?
Torture is always wrong as it causes severe harm to humans
What are some ideas about violence in the bible?
The story of Cain and his brother Abel. Cain was jealous of his brother and his angry thoughts led to violence. Cainplotted to kill his brother and one day suggested to his brother “Let’s go out into the fields”, and while they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother and killed him. God then said “What have you done? Your brother’s blood cries out to me from the ground”.
What are some biblical teachings on justice?
Take away from me the noise of your songs; I wil not listen to the melody of your harps. But let justice roll down like
waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.
What are the catholic views on radicalisation?
It is always wrong as it can cause violence and prejudice belief against a topic or belief.
What are somecatholic teachings on pacifism?
“Those who live by the sword will die by the sword” - Mathew 26:52
“Blessed are the peacemakers” - Mathew 5:9
What are two catholic agencies that aid victims of war?
CAFOD and Caritas
What are the catholic views on martyrdom?
Positive
What does CAFOD do for victims of war?
Give aid to children who were soldiers or those in need of help.
What does Caritas do for victims of war?
They provide cash and phycological assistance to families in need of protection and help
What are examples of war caused by religion?
WW2
Crusades
What are some christian pacifist views?
Violence should always be resolved
War should always be avoided
War never solves issues
Jesus taught violence is never the answer
Name a catholic organisation that works for peace:
Pax Christi
What do Pax Christi do to promote peace?
Pax Christi works to promote the disarmament of all weaponry, particularly weapons of mass destruction, such as nuclear and chemical weapons.
What are some opposing views on Pacifism?
Violence is sometimes necessary
Force is sometimes neccessary to solve disputes
Its a countries duty to protect its people at all cost
A country that isnt prepared to fight is seen as weak
3 non religious examples on why war may begin:
Invasion
Politics
Threats
What is a christian view on righteous anger?
Many Christians believe that righteous anger is acceptable because it can be controled.
Opposing views on why terrorism isn’t always wrong:
Terrorism is sometimes neccessary to achieve a point or bring attention to an issue
Violence
The use of physical force to harm, damage, or intimidate others.
Bullying
Repeated aggressive behavior intended to hurt or dominate someone.
Reconciliation
Restoring friendly relations after a conflict or disagreement.
Justice
Fair treatment and behavior based on moral or legal principles.
Violent Protest
Demonstrations or riots that involve physical aggression or destruction.
Non-Violent Prostentant
Peaceful actions, such as marches or sit-ins, to demand change.
MeToo Movement
A movement against sexual harassment and assault, advocating for survivors.
Black Lives Matter
A social movement advocating for racial justice and against police brutality.
Just War Theory
A set of principles that determine when war is morally justifiable.
WMD
Weapons capable of causing massive harm, like nuclear or chemical weapons.
Nuclear Weapons
Explosive devices that release energy through nuclear reactions.
Biological & Chemical weapons
Weapons that use biological agents or toxic chemicals to harm or kill.
The CND (Campaign for Nuclear Disarment)
A movement advocating for the abolition of nuclear weapons.
Consequences of warfare
The effects of war, including death, destruction, and long-term societal impacts.
Religious violence
Conflicts motivated by or justified through religious beliefs.
Holy war
A war fought for religious reasons, often seen as divinely sanctioned.
Pacism
The belief that violence and war are unjustifiable and that conflicts should be resolved peacefully.
Terrorism
The use of violence, often against civilians, to achieve political or ideological goals.
Radicalisation
The process of adopting extreme beliefs, often leading to violence or terrorism.
Martyrdom
Martyrdom is the act of suffering, or dying for a religious cause or belief.
Torture
Torture is the act of purposefully inflicting physical or psychological pain on a person, often to punish, or extract information.
Conflict resolution
Conflict resolution is the process of addressing and settling disputes or disagreements between individuals, groups, or organizations in a constructive way.
Pax Christi
Pax Christi is an international Catholic peace movement that advocates for peace, justice, and nonviolence.
