Faith and force
A Christian Debate About War
By David Clough
In a world where faith and conflict intersect at every turn, David Clough offers readers a thoughtful exploration of how Christian teachings can guide our understanding of war, peace, and moral responsibility. This comprehensive examination delves into the complex relationship between spiritual conviction and the harsh realities of global conflict.
Clough presents readers with a balanced analysis of two major Christian perspectives on warfare: the pacifist tradition that calls for complete rejection of violence, and the just war framework that seeks to establish moral boundaries for conflict. Rather than advocating for one approach over another, the author invites readers to engage deeply with both viewpoints and their practical implications.
The book grounds its ethical discussions in real-world scenarios, examining pressing contemporary issues including humanitarian intervention, the proliferation of weapons, and various approaches to combating terrorism through law enforcement, military action, and peacemaking initiatives. Through detailed historical analysis of significant conflicts such as the NATO intervention in Kosovo and the Persian Gulf War, readers gain insight into how Christian ethical principles apply to actual geopolitical situations.
This work serves as both an intellectual resource and a spiritual guide for those wrestling with questions about faith, justice, and the appropriate use of force in an imperfect world. Clough provides readers with the tools to think critically about these challenging moral questions while remaining grounded in Christian tradition.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Christliche Ethik
- ✓ Explore War, religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Menschenrechtspolitik
- ✓ Explore Pacifism
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Gerechter Krieg
- ✓ Explore Kristendom
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Details
- Published
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press
- ISBN-13
- 9781589011656
- ISBN-10
- 1589011651
- Pages
- 304
- Language
- EN
