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Peace and Conflict Exemplar Questions
State 3 Conditions of a Just War
- Authorised by a proper authority
- High likelihood of success
- Only began when there’s no alternative
State 3 Possible causes of terrorism
- Feeling there is no alternative course of action
- To spread a religious message
- To fight against oppression
Name 3 Types of Warfare
- Conventional
- Technological
- Apocalyptic
Describe One Christian Teaching about the Use of Violence
One Christian teaching states that violence is sometimes justified because in Luke, it says ‘he who
does not have a sword must sell his coat and buy one,’ demonstrating that all humans have the right
to defend themselves if it is really necessary and sometimes violence can’t be avoided.
State 3 Examples of Social Injustice
- The gender pay gap
- Unconscious bias in the legal system
- homophobia
State 3 ways a Christian might resolve conflict
- Consult the Bible for answers
- Encourage those involved to apologise and forgive each other
- Pray to G-d for guidance
Name 3 Roles a Christian could undertake in violent conflicts
- Doctor
- Campaigner for peace
- Aid worker
Describe 1 Christian Attitude to Holy War
Some Christians support Holy war because the concept was created by the Pope who is G-d’s
representation on Earth and who’s word is infallible according to Catholics. These Christians would
agree with the Pope that Holy War can be beneficial in spreading the Gospel.
Describe 1 Christian Attitude to behaviours during a war
Some Christians think that during a war, participants should use the least amount of force necessary
and not harm civilians. They would follow Jesus’ teaching from the Sermon on the Mount of ‘love thy
neighbour’ in order to explain why hurting their fellow human beings more than strictly necessary
was wrong.
Describe 1 Christian Attitude Towards Apocalyptic Warfare
, Most Christians think that apocalyptic warfare is completely wrong because of the horrendous loss
of life it causes. G-d made humanity ‘In His image’ and so for Christians killing a human means killing
part of G-d’s creation. So they would condemn apocalyptic warfare in order to save as much of G-d’s
creation as possible.
Describe 1 Christian Teaching About Pacifism
Some Christians believe that absolute pacifism is the only morally correct response to violence. They
would look to Jesus’ sermon on the mount where he said ‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ This quote
demonstrates how G-d himself wishes Christians to spread peace in the face of violence.
Name 3 Christian Organisations working for peace and justice
Pax Christi
Christian Aid
CCND
State 3 Elements of a Holy War
- Authorised by the proper religious authority
- Intending to achieve a religious goal
- Promises a spiritual reward for those involved
Outline Christian Teachings about Pacifism
One Christian teaching is that absolute pacifism is necessary in all situations. This teaching would
look to examples in the New Testament such as Jesus’ declaration in the Sermon on the Mount
‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ Some Christians would take this to mean that peace should always
be sought through peaceful methods as peace is holy as commanded by Jesus.
Another Christian teaching supports conditional pacifism. Christians who subscribe to this view
would point out examples in the Bible where violence was used to achieve peace. An example is
when Jesus threw the money lenders out of the temple. This instance shows how even Jesus, the
most important figure in Christianity, sometimes relied on violence when it was necessary.
A small minority of Christians may believe that pacifism isn’t necessary. They would point out the
vengeful and violent G-d of the Old Testament and the numerous wars he commanded the Israelites
to wage in Joel. These Christians would argue that we should follow G-d’s example, meaning
pacifism isn’t necessary when the priority for Christians is to spread G-d’s message.
Describe Christian Attitudes to Apocalyptic Warfare
Almost all Christians will condemn apocalyptic warfare but they may do so for different reasons.
Some Christians find apocalyptic warfare so horrific because of how much of G-d’s creation is
destroyed. Humans were made ‘In the image of G-d’ so for Christians killing a human is destroying a
resemblance of G-d. In addition, in apocalyptic warfare the loss of animals and nature is substantial
meaning G-d’s benevolent act of creation is harmed. Christians would find this terrible.
Other Christians find apocalyptic warfare so awful because it goes against commands from G-d.
Jesus said ‘love thy neighbour’ and ‘blessed are the peacemakers’ in Matthew and apocalyptic
warfare completely disregards these orders by killing countless amounts of our fellow human beings.
Describe the Relationship between Religion, politics and terrorism in the 21 st Century
For Some Christians in the 21st Century, their religious belief spurs them into action regarding politics
and terrorism. As Jesus teaches ‘love thy neighbour’ these Christians would work to spread G-d’s
Peace and Conflict Exemplar Questions
State 3 Conditions of a Just War
- Authorised by a proper authority
- High likelihood of success
- Only began when there’s no alternative
State 3 Possible causes of terrorism
- Feeling there is no alternative course of action
- To spread a religious message
- To fight against oppression
Name 3 Types of Warfare
- Conventional
- Technological
- Apocalyptic
Describe One Christian Teaching about the Use of Violence
One Christian teaching states that violence is sometimes justified because in Luke, it says ‘he who
does not have a sword must sell his coat and buy one,’ demonstrating that all humans have the right
to defend themselves if it is really necessary and sometimes violence can’t be avoided.
State 3 Examples of Social Injustice
- The gender pay gap
- Unconscious bias in the legal system
- homophobia
State 3 ways a Christian might resolve conflict
- Consult the Bible for answers
- Encourage those involved to apologise and forgive each other
- Pray to G-d for guidance
Name 3 Roles a Christian could undertake in violent conflicts
- Doctor
- Campaigner for peace
- Aid worker
Describe 1 Christian Attitude to Holy War
Some Christians support Holy war because the concept was created by the Pope who is G-d’s
representation on Earth and who’s word is infallible according to Catholics. These Christians would
agree with the Pope that Holy War can be beneficial in spreading the Gospel.
Describe 1 Christian Attitude to behaviours during a war
Some Christians think that during a war, participants should use the least amount of force necessary
and not harm civilians. They would follow Jesus’ teaching from the Sermon on the Mount of ‘love thy
neighbour’ in order to explain why hurting their fellow human beings more than strictly necessary
was wrong.
Describe 1 Christian Attitude Towards Apocalyptic Warfare
, Most Christians think that apocalyptic warfare is completely wrong because of the horrendous loss
of life it causes. G-d made humanity ‘In His image’ and so for Christians killing a human means killing
part of G-d’s creation. So they would condemn apocalyptic warfare in order to save as much of G-d’s
creation as possible.
Describe 1 Christian Teaching About Pacifism
Some Christians believe that absolute pacifism is the only morally correct response to violence. They
would look to Jesus’ sermon on the mount where he said ‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ This quote
demonstrates how G-d himself wishes Christians to spread peace in the face of violence.
Name 3 Christian Organisations working for peace and justice
Pax Christi
Christian Aid
CCND
State 3 Elements of a Holy War
- Authorised by the proper religious authority
- Intending to achieve a religious goal
- Promises a spiritual reward for those involved
Outline Christian Teachings about Pacifism
One Christian teaching is that absolute pacifism is necessary in all situations. This teaching would
look to examples in the New Testament such as Jesus’ declaration in the Sermon on the Mount
‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ Some Christians would take this to mean that peace should always
be sought through peaceful methods as peace is holy as commanded by Jesus.
Another Christian teaching supports conditional pacifism. Christians who subscribe to this view
would point out examples in the Bible where violence was used to achieve peace. An example is
when Jesus threw the money lenders out of the temple. This instance shows how even Jesus, the
most important figure in Christianity, sometimes relied on violence when it was necessary.
A small minority of Christians may believe that pacifism isn’t necessary. They would point out the
vengeful and violent G-d of the Old Testament and the numerous wars he commanded the Israelites
to wage in Joel. These Christians would argue that we should follow G-d’s example, meaning
pacifism isn’t necessary when the priority for Christians is to spread G-d’s message.
Describe Christian Attitudes to Apocalyptic Warfare
Almost all Christians will condemn apocalyptic warfare but they may do so for different reasons.
Some Christians find apocalyptic warfare so horrific because of how much of G-d’s creation is
destroyed. Humans were made ‘In the image of G-d’ so for Christians killing a human is destroying a
resemblance of G-d. In addition, in apocalyptic warfare the loss of animals and nature is substantial
meaning G-d’s benevolent act of creation is harmed. Christians would find this terrible.
Other Christians find apocalyptic warfare so awful because it goes against commands from G-d.
Jesus said ‘love thy neighbour’ and ‘blessed are the peacemakers’ in Matthew and apocalyptic
warfare completely disregards these orders by killing countless amounts of our fellow human beings.
Describe the Relationship between Religion, politics and terrorism in the 21 st Century
For Some Christians in the 21st Century, their religious belief spurs them into action regarding politics
and terrorism. As Jesus teaches ‘love thy neighbour’ these Christians would work to spread G-d’s
