

Was Pacifism the Early Church's View?
May 27, 2024
Gavin Ortland discusses whether pacifism was the early church's view, exploring historical figures like Justin Martyr and Athanagoras. The podcast delves into early Christian views on violence, military service, and the development of just war theory, emphasizing the complexity and ambiguity within church history.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring Pacifism in Early Church History
03:48 • 2min
Exploring Early Church Views on Violence and Entertainment
06:14 • 3min
Navigating the Early Church's Stance on Military Service
09:33 • 8min
Christian Soldiers in Roman Army and Early Church Perspectives on War
17:57 • 20min
Exploring Peace and Harmonious Relationships through the Gospel
37:28 • 3min