Violence and conflict Flashcards
what is just war theory?
doctrine that establishes the conditions under which war can be morally justified, such as just cause, legitimate authority, right intention, proportionality and probability of sucess
what quote demonstrates war in old testament
‘proclaim this among the nations, prepare for war’ joel 3:9-11
doctrine that establishes the conditions under which war can be morally justified, such as just cause, legitimate authority, right intention, proportionality and probability of success
justification of violence
self défense, defence of the innocent, ‘defend the weak and fatherless’ -sermon on the mount
how do teachings about violence influence individuals & communities
‘pray for those who persecute you’ - peace, love and forgiveness
what roles do christian’s play in conflict
some may take military roles for self defence and justice
what does ecclesiastes say about times
‘a time for war and a time for peace’
psalm 144;1 about praising for their hands
‘praise be to the lord who trains my hands for war’
what does luke say about défense
‘sell your cloak and buy a sword’
isaiah 13;3
he judges and wages war
just war theory quote
‘if you wage war, seek guidance’
concept of holy war?
a war fought for a religious cause, sanctioned or commanded by gpd
a war fought for a religious cause, sanctioned or commanded by god
apocalyptic warfare?
global destructive warfare, catechism ‘use of force can be morally legitimate under strict conditions’
