Is War Obsolete? - A Study of the Conflicting Claims of Religion and Citizenship

List of contents

1. Introductory: The Scope and Importance of the Subject 2. The Conflict of Loyalties 3. The Problem of Guidance 4. The Christian and the State 5. The Christian and the Use of Force 6. The Christian and the Alternative to War. Index.

About the author

Charles E. Raven (1885–1964) was an English theologian and Anglican priest. His works have been influential in the history of science publishing on the positive effects that theology has had upon modern science. At the time of publication he was Regius Professor of Divinity in the University of Cambridge.

Summary

Originally published in 1935, this volume Is War Obsolete? A Study of the Conflicting Claims of Religion and Citizenship examines the responsibility of Christians for peace. It aims to reconsider the basis of Christian Pacifism and to appeal to those in the Churches to make up their minds on the issue and to act upon their decisions.

Product details

• Authors: Charles E. Raven, Raven Charles E.
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 15.11.2024
• EAN: 9781032878775
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3287877-5
• No. of pages: 180
• Series: Sir Halley Stewart Trust: Lectures
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; European History, HISTORY / Europe / General, RELIGION / Religion, Politics & State, Religion & politics, Religion and Politics, Christianity;religion and war;pacifism;Christian life