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Christian Attitudes Toward War and Peace

by Roland H. Bainton

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
  • 13.8 x 21.4 x 1.8 cm

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Any scholarship that addresses the evolution of Christian perspectives on warfare generally references this book. first published in 1960. Although the scholarship of this work is now outdated and critiqued, Bainton's work is foundational in the area. Bainton believes that the Christian community started out pacifistic, then developed the just war doctrine, and finally adopted holy war ideals. He traces this trajectory from the Early Church up through the wars and conflicts of the 20th century. Finally, Bainton adds his critique of current militaristic ideas, especially in regards to atomic warfare. (from a review by Andrew Lumpkin) ""This is a book to own, give, and recommend."" --Kirkus Reviews ""No man of the day is better qualified to deal with the intricacies of Christian ethics than Professor Bainton of Yale University Divinity School. He is thoroughly familiar with the literature of the subject and is a graceful and lucid stylist. Christians of all denominations will profit from his thoughtful reflections on our contemporary dilemma in the final chapters."" --Library Journal ""This is a vastly readable text that can furnish the background every Christian needs to rethink his own attitudes toward war and peace."" --International Journal of Religious Education ""Every churchman--layman or cleric--ought to read this book, as should every statesman. It just might restore some sanity to the age--while there is still time."" --United Church Herald Roland H. Bainton (1894-1984) was Titus Street Professor of Ecclesiastical History at Yale University Divinity School for forty-two years. He wrote well into his retirement and authored many books, including Here I Stand: A Life of Martin Luther.
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  • Author

    Roland H. Bainton

  • Book Format

    Paperback / softback

  • Publisher

    Wipf & Stock Publishers

  • Published

    September 2008

  • Weight

    350g

  • Dimensions

    13.8 x 21.4 x 1.8 cm

  • ISBN

    9781556357886

  • ISBN-10

    1556357885

  • Eden Code

    4698531

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