A Basic Guide to the Just War Tradition: Christian Foundations and Practices
2023·170 pages
Christian theological guide analyzing the just war tradition, ethics of war, peace, justice, and related moral issues from a faith perspective.
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Christian theological guide analyzing the just war tradition, ethics of war, peace, justice, and related moral issues from a faith perspective.
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This brief introduction surveys Christian thinking on an array of topics related to security and peace from a just war perspective. Drawing primarily on Scripture and theology, Eric Patterson explores the moral dimensions of order, justice, and peace in light of key Christian doctrines such as love of neighbor, stewardship, vocation, and sphere sovereignty. He also examines the perennial questions of civil disobedience, terrorism, revolution, and holy war (including a discussion of Israel's remo...
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Analysis of warfare, terrorism, Crusades, and historical violence
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No profanity or strong language
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Central focus on Christian theology, Scripture, and doctrines
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Examines ethics of war, justice, peace, and civil disobedience
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Discussions of suffering in war, revolution, and punishment contexts
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