Boettner, Loraine, 1901-1990.,

The Christian attitude toward war / [print] Loraine Boettner. - third edition. - Phillipsburg, New Jersey : Presbyterian and Reformed Pub. Company, (c)1985. - iii, 91 pages ; 22 cm.

The present crisis -- What the Old Testament teaches concerning war -- What the New Testament teaches concerning war -- War symbolism in the Scriptures and in hymns -- Historical aspects -- War caused by sin -- Military and police force based on the same principle -- America not a militaristic nation -- Not to obey the government blindly -- Pacifist pledges -- Conscientious objectors -- Modern pacifism allied with radicalism -- Compulsory military training -- War as a judgment on nations -- Consequences of war not all bad -- The danger we face.



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War--Biblical teaching.
War--Religious aspects--Christianity.
Pacifism--Religious aspects--Christianity.

BS680.B673.C475 1985