Holy war (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Quizzes
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What is a holy war?
What is a holy war?
War when believers feel God supports them
During which centuries did the Crusades take place?
During which centuries did the Crusades take place?
11th, 12th, and 13th centuries
What was the main aim of the Crusades?
What was the main aim of the Crusades?
Reclaim holy sites in Palestine
What does John 15:13 suggest about laying down one's life for friends?
What does John 15:13 suggest about laying down one's life for friends?
It demonstrates the highest form of love
What does 'for all who draw the sword will die by the sword' teach?
What does 'for all who draw the sword will die by the sword' teach?
Violence typically leads to more violence
How does Matthew 5:44 challenge the concept of holy war?
How does Matthew 5:44 challenge the concept of holy war?
It instructs Christians to love enemies
What does Jesus mean by 'I did not come to bring peace, but a sword'?
What does Jesus mean by 'I did not come to bring peace, but a sword'?
Religious commitment can create divisions
What title does the Church emphasise for Jesus regarding warfare?
What title does the Church emphasise for Jesus regarding warfare?
Prince of Peace
According to CCC 2308, who is obliged to work for the avoidance of war?
According to CCC 2308, who is obliged to work for the avoidance of war?
All citizens and all governments
Why is human life considered sacred in Catholic teaching?
Why is human life considered sacred in Catholic teaching?
People are created in God's own image
When does the Catholic Church accept governments engaging in warfare?
When does the Catholic Church accept governments engaging in warfare?
For self-defence after peace efforts fail
Why do non-religious people reject holy war?
Why do non-religious people reject holy war?
They don't accept divine approval exists