War Flashcards
Define just war theory
The belief that wars can only be morally justified if they follow certain criteria
Define conscientious objector
Someone who refused to fight in a war on the basis of their conscience
Define proportionality
The belief that force can only be met with equal force
Define Quaker
A member of the Christian denomination also known as the religious society of friends
Define revenge
Seeking to repay a wrong by getting revenge
What is the point to war?
Most believe there is absolutely no point to war as there are many consequences that come of it and can never bring any good.
What consequences can war bring?
Death - millions have been killed in wars in the last century
Destruction of property and land - difficult to re-start the economy of the nation after fighting
Disease - due to damage to food, water and medical supplies, allowing diseases like cholera to spread
Mental illness - for both parties, some soldiers may suffer from what is called post-traumatic stress disorder where they have flashbacks about incidents that occurred
What do some Christians believe about war?
That war is often the result of the sin, the evil choices of people made in direct contradiction to the will of god. However, some think that on occasion, it may still be necessary to fight in order to deal with a greater evil rather than not. May believe war can only be fought if certain moral principles are followed.
What did Jesus teach about war?
May Christians believe that the rejection of war and violence is what Jesus stressed in the gospels. They believe in pacifism - the belief that peace should be the central value people pursue; this normally means that war and violence are seen as unacceptable.
Hat quote supports Jesus’ views on war?
“For all who draw the sword will die by the sword”
What is meant by the just war theory?
Some people feel that the only justification for war would be if they were defending, either their own country or another country. A just war is one that must be fought but is conducted according to certain conditions.
What war supports the just war theory?
Britain went to war against Germany in 1939 as they were seeking to defend Poland against being invaded.
How can a war be a just war?
The war must follow a certain criteria.
What are the 6 rules to a just war?
- The war must be fought for a just cause; a just or moral reason.
- There must be controlled violence; as little as possible.
- If it is believed that greater evil would exist if the war were not fought.
- Must be fought in the control of the politicians, who make the most important decisions.
- The force used in the war should be proportional and the innocent civilians must not be involved.
- Only the military should be involved in the fighting and should seek to avoid the damage of property and others.
