The Just War theory (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of the Just War theory?
What is the primary purpose of the Just War theory?
To establish moral boundaries for war
Who does the Just War theory provide guidance for?
Who does the Just War theory provide guidance for?
States and governments
What does 'reasonable chance of success' mean as a criterion?
What does 'reasonable chance of success' mean as a criterion?
There must be a realistic possibility of success
What does 'last resort' mean as a criterion for just war?
What does 'last resort' mean as a criterion for just war?
All non-violent methods must be tried first
What must the ultimate goal of a just war be?
What must the ultimate goal of a just war be?
To bring about peace
How must a just war treat innocent civilians?
How must a just war treat innocent civilians?
Avoid harming them as much as possible
How many of the six criteria must be met for a war to be considered truly just?
How many of the six criteria must be met for a war to be considered truly just?
All six criteria simultaneously
Who was the first major Christian theologian to formulate ideas about acceptable war?
Who was the first major Christian theologian to formulate ideas about acceptable war?
St Augustine
What was St Thomas Aquinas's contribution to Just War theory?
What was St Thomas Aquinas's contribution to Just War theory?
He developed systematic criteria from Augustine's ideas
Which Bible verse suggests Christians should obey governing authorities?
Which Bible verse suggests Christians should obey governing authorities?
Romans 13:1
What is a key criticism of the Just War theory?
What is a key criticism of the Just War theory?
Both sides may claim their cause is just
What is the situation ethics approach to war?
What is the situation ethics approach to war?
Judge each situation individually