Peace and War
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- Peace and War
- Just War Argument
- 1) Just Cause - (self-defence)
- 2) Lawful authority declare war - UN/Govt.
- 3) Legitimate targets - military installations not civilians
- 4) Last resort - all peaceful negotiations must be tried
- WHY IMP? Creates a peaceful civilized society - minimises suffering
- Muslim Attitudes
- Holy War
- Last Resort
- Started and controlled by religious leader
- Just Cause
- Must bring about a just society
- Arguments
- "If they incline to peace, make peace"
- "No compulsion in religion" - Muslims aren't compelled to fight
- "Requite evil with good" - be peaceful
- If Criteria of Holy War are fulfilled Muslims must fight
- "Fight for the sake of Allah"
- "Paradise is for those who curb their anger"
- Holy War
- Christian Attitudes
- Pope Benedict 16: "defending ourselves and others from evil is our duty"
- "Obey State Authorities"
- "God answered their prayers and made them victorious" - war happens b/c God makes it happen
- "The Lord trains me for battle and prepares me for war" - God is preparing us for war - God condones war
- "Do not murder" - war involves murder so is wrong
- RC: "Wars have a negative impact on development" - war prevents development of a country
- Quakers: "Do not take revenge on those who wrong you" - Don't fight back if someone attacks you
- "Love thy neighbour" - war does not show love so it is worng
- Just War Argument
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