War and the Christian Ethos (PDF)

Is Christianity a pacifist religion? Did Jesus teach pacifism? How do Christians reconcile “turn the other cheek” and “love your enemies” with their support of “just wars”? Can wars be just? Should Christians participate in soldiering, or in law enforcement, where taking the life of another human being might be required? If you have ever wondered about these questions, or have friends who are confused and think Christianity is a pacifist religion, you need to read this article.

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Length: 8 pages / 3643 words

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