Holy war (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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What do believers think about God's role in a holy war?
What do believers think about God's role in a holy war?
God supports their cause
In Numbers 31:1-2, what did God tell Moses to do?
In Numbers 31:1-2, what did God tell Moses to do?
Take vengeance on the Midianites
According to Matthew 5:44, what did Jesus teach about enemies?
According to Matthew 5:44, what did Jesus teach about enemies?
Love your enemies & pray for them
What does Matthew 26:52 warn about using weapons?
What does Matthew 26:52 warn about using weapons?
Those who draw the sword die by it
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 places in Palestine
Why do some Christians support the idea of holy war?
Why do some Christians support the idea of holy war?
OT shows God commanded war sometimes
What title do Christians who oppose holy war emphasise about Jesus?
What title do Christians who oppose holy war emphasise about Jesus?
Prince of Peace
Which Christian denomination adopts a completely pacifist position?
Which Christian denomination adopts a completely pacifist position?
Quakers
What do most modern Christians believe about using God's name in war?
What do most modern Christians believe about using God's name in war?
Wars shouldn't use God as justification
Why do non-religious people reject holy war?
Why do non-religious people reject holy war?
They don't accept God exists
What do non-religious people emphasise for resolving conflicts?
What do non-religious people emphasise for resolving conflicts?
Practical, diplomatic solutions