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Catholic Christianity: Peace and Conflict

Catholic attitudes to the causes and problems of conflict

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Overview

The causes of conflict and the Catechism on threats to peace, the problems war brings, the sword at Jesus's arrest in Matthew 26, situation ethics, and the claim that religion causes conflict.

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Key term

What do Catholics understand by conflict?

Key term

What does the Catholic Church see as the main causes of conflict?

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What does the Catechism say threatens peace and causes wars?

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  1. 1

    What do Catholics understand by conflict?

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    Conflict is a serious disagreement or struggle between people, groups or nations. Conflict can range from arguments to armed war.

  2. 2

    What does the Catholic Church see as the main causes of conflict?

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    The Church sees causes such as greed, injustice, poverty, pride and the desire for power. Nationalism, ethnic hatred and competition for resources can also lead to war.

  3. 3

    What does the Catechism say threatens peace and causes wars?

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    The Catechism names injustice, excessive inequality, envy, distrust and pride as causes of war. Any effort to overcome them helps to build peace.

  4. 4

    What problems does conflict cause?

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    Conflict causes death, injury, refugees and destroyed homes and livelihoods. Conflict also leaves lasting hatred, trauma and poverty.

  5. 5

    What does Jesus say in Matthew 26:52 when a disciple uses a sword?

    Model answer

    Jesus says, “Put your sword back into its place, for all who take the sword will perish by the sword”. Jesus rejects violence to defend himself.

  6. 6

    What does Matthew 26:53–54 show about Jesus's power?

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    Jesus says he could ask his Father for more than twelve legions of angels. Jesus chooses not to use force so that the scriptures are fulfilled.

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