The Just War theory (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards
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What is Just War theory?
What is Just War theory?
Christian doctrine on when warfare is morally acceptable
Main purpose of Just War theory
Main purpose of Just War theory
To prevent warfare by setting strict criteria
Who does Just War theory apply to?
Who does Just War theory apply to?
Nations and governments, not individuals
Ancient philosophers who first explored just warfare
Ancient philosophers who first explored just warfare
Plato and Cicero
Augustine of Hippo's dates and role
Augustine of Hippo's dates and role
354-430CE; established fundamental Just War principles
St Thomas Aquinas's dates and role
St Thomas Aquinas's dates and role
1225-1274CE; refined and developed the theory
How many Just War conditions are there?
How many Just War conditions are there?
Seven specific conditions
Critical requirement for a just war
Critical requirement for a just war
ALL seven conditions must be met simultaneously
Just cause condition
Just cause condition
Response to serious wrongdoing, invasion, or self-defence
Proper authority condition
Proper authority condition
War declared by legitimate governmental authority
Last resort condition
Last resort condition
All peaceful solutions must be attempted first
Protecting innocent civilians condition
Protecting innocent civilians condition
Non-combatants must never be deliberately targeted
Catholic teaching on warfare
Catholic teaching on warfare
Rarely justified; strongly favours peaceful solutions