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Catholic Christianity: Peace and Conflict

Catholic attitudes towards peace and Jesus as the Prince of Peace

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Overview

Shalom, Pacem in Terris (1963), Gaudium et Spes, the World Day of Peace, Paul VI on peace and justice, Jesus's response at his arrest in Luke 22, and Jesus as peacemaker.

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What does Gaudium et Spes teach about peace, and what is the World Day of Peace?

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How does Jesus respond to violence at his arrest, and how do Catholics read the passage?

Key term

What do Catholics mean by peace?

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  1. 1

    What do Catholics mean by peace?

    Model answer

    Peace is not merely the absence of war but a state of justice, harmony and right relationships. The Catechism calls peace “the tranquillity of order”, following St Augustine.

  2. 2

    Why is peace important for Catholics?

    Model answer

    God wants all people to live in harmony as one human family. Peace allows every person to flourish and live with dignity.

  3. 3

    How does the biblical idea of shalom shape the Catholic understanding of peace?

    Model answer

    Shalom means wholeness and well-being, not just the absence of fighting. Catholics see true peace as right relationships with God, others and creation.

  4. 4

    What did Pope John XXIII teach in Pacem in Terris (1963)?

    Model answer

    Pacem in Terris teaches that peace must be built on truth, justice, love and freedom. The encyclical was addressed to all people of good will, not just Catholics.

  5. 5

    What does Gaudium et Spes teach about peace?

    Model answer

    The Second Vatican Council taught that peace is “the work of justice”. Peace must be built constantly and is never achieved once and for all.

  6. 6

    What is the World Day of Peace?

    Model answer

    The World Day of Peace is kept by the Catholic Church every 1 January. Pope Paul VI began it in 1968, and each year the Pope issues a message on peace.

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