Peace, War and the Christian Conscience (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

0243517661 / 9780243517664

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Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of Christianity's intricate and evolving relationship with the concepts of war and peace throughout history. It begins by exploring the pacifist teachings of the early Christian era, which emphasized non-violent love and compassion. However, as the Church grew and became more intertwined with political structures, it began to grapple with the complexities of governing and defending its interests, leading to the development of theories such as "just war." The author traces the evolution of Christian thought on war through the centuries, examining the arguments and justifications put forth by theologians, philosophers, and political leaders. It discusses the impact of historical events, such as the Crusades and the World Wars, on shaping Christian attitudes towards warfare. The book also considers the rise of peace movements within Christianity and the growing influence of non-violent resistance in the modern era. Ultimately, the book argues that Christianity has played a complex and often contradictory role in the history of war and peace. While it has inspired movements for peace and social justice, it has also been used to justify violence and aggression. The author concludes by emphasizing the ongoing relevance of Christian teachings on peacemaking and the need for continued dialogue and reflection on how to apply them in the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Title
Peace, War and the Christian Conscience (Classic Reprint)
Author
Joseph J. Fahey
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Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
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Paperback
Language
English
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9780243517664
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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