Just War Theory: Catholic Ethics and the STEM Career | Prof. Joseph Capizzi
May 27, 2024
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Catholic ethicist Prof. Joseph Capizzi discusses Just War Theory, authority in declaring war, importance of right intention, ethical considerations for engineers in defense industries, and morality of soldiers in war scenarios.
Right authority is crucial in war scenarios for ethical decision-making.
Just cause in wars includes defense, reparations, and response to injustice.
Priority in warfare should be seeking peace and minimizing violence.
Deep dives
Just War Theory and Ethics
The podcast delves into just war theory within moral theology, focusing on ethical conduct in warfare and the theological perspective on behaving and decision-making in warlike scenarios.
Authority and Rightness of Wars
The speaker elaborates on the concept of 'right authority' in war situations, emphasizing the significance of practical reasoning and the legitimate decision-makers in war, whether singular or corporate entities.
Causes and Justifications in Warfare
The podcast explores the notion of 'just cause' in wars, highlighting the conditions that warrant the use of military force, including defending against aggression, reparations for damages, and responding to violations of justice.
Intention and Pursuit of Peace
The episode discusses 'right intention' in warfare, centering on the pursuit of peace as the primary goal of actions, emphasizing the importance of seeking peaceful resolutions and minimizing violence wherever possible.
Technology and Immorality in Warfare
The speaker delves into the moral implications of designing technologies for warfare, questioning the morality of developing weapons that aim to cause extensive harm and suffering, illustrating the ethical complexities and dilemmas faced in weapon design and usage.