Pacifism (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Belief that violence & warfare are morally wrong in all situations

Not purely pacifist but promotes peace, forgiveness, reconciliation

Event when Muhammad left Makkah due to persecution

Has not been a central feature of Islamic practice

Submission to Allah and peace

Supports passive resistance: 'I shall not raise my hand against you to kill you'

Resist cruel treatment without resorting to violence

Promotes reconciliation & working together for peace

Peaceful solutions should be preferred when possible

Democratic uprising with non-violent protest elements

Conflict Muhammad participated in to protect Muslims

Concept used to justify fighting when deemed necessary

Used by CND, represents non-violence

Strive for justice whilst resisting oppression peacefully

Revelations took more defensive approach to conflict