Theme D - peace and conflict RS AQA GCSE thematics

Conflict

A disagreement that can be physical or not, involving two people or nations.

War

Fighting between nations to resolve issues.

Civil Wars

Wars that occur within a country.

Peace

An absence of conflict that leads to happiness and harmony.

Pacifism

The belief that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means and violence is unjustifiable.

Quakers and Conflict

Quakers believe that war and conflict go against God's wishes and are dedicated to pacifism and non-violence.

Gandhi

A Hindu leader who promoted non-violence and led India's struggle for independence.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Christian preacher who practiced non-violence and fought for civil rights.

Just War Theory

A doctrine that outlines the moral conditions for justifiable war.

Violence

The use of actions that threaten or harm others.

Terrorism

The unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, for political aims.

Holy War

A war fought by people who believe they have divine support or righteousness on their side.

A biblical teaching of Jesus emphasizing the value of peace.

'Blessed are the peacemakers'

Christianity and Non-Violence

Christianity teaches non-violence, emphasizing love towards enemies.

Islam and Conflict

Islam allows for self-defense and fighting oppression but forbids violence against innocents.

A commandment central in Christianity and Judaism emphasizing the sanctity of life.

'Thou shalt not kill'

Ahimsah

The Hindu term for non-violence, teaching against any form of violence.

William Penn's quote reflecting the moral stance against using evil methods to achieve good.

'A good end cannot sanctify evil means'

Corrymeela

The oldest peace and reconciliation organization aiming to unite Catholic and Protestant communities.

Justice

The act of bringing out what is right and fair according to law or making amends for wrongs.

A teaching of Jesus urging non-violence.

'Put away your sword. Those who live by the sword die by the sword.'

A quote from Jesus promoting love as an alternative to conflict.

'Love your enemies, and pray for them.'

John 14:27, highlighting Jesus’ promise of peace.

'Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you.'

Consequentialism

The idea that the morality of an action is determined by its consequences.

Deontology

The ethical view that some actions are morally forbidden regardless of their outcomes.

A Biblical reference encouraging a conversion from war to peace.

'They shall beat their swords into ploughshares, and their spears into pruning hooks.'

A Jewish teaching emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace.

'Seek and pursue peace.'

CND

Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, advocating against the use of nuclear weapons.

Christian Aid

An organization aiming to help victims of war, raise awareness, and support human rights.

Caritas

A Catholic organization providing humanitarian aid to those suffering from conflict.

Magen David UK

An Israeli organization addressing mass casualty situations and offering aid.

APF's mission, promoting peace and avoiding war.

'We work to transform our communities and the world to overcome factors that lead to war.'

A Quaker belief emphasizing the sanctity of life.

'God created mankind in his own image'

Retaliation

The act of responding to an attack, which can provoke further violence.

Matthew 5:39, teaching against retaliation.

'If anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.'

Nuclear Bombs released by US on Japan

Hiroshima and Nagasaki (1945) resulted in mass destruction and loss of life. Example of why they should never be used.

Pros for Nuclear weapons

act as a deterrent, may be necessary to stop a war