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#526 Wars and Rumors of Wars - Joseph Capizzi, Ph.D.
Feb 14, 2024
Theologian Joseph Capizzi and hosts discuss the challenges of upholding the Catholic faith in modern warfare. They explore the application of just war in the United States, the Catholic view on embracing resistance, and the moral constraints of just war. They also discuss the role of military service in serving peace in the world.
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- The Catholic tradition acknowledges that in a broken world, the use of lethal force can, in certain conditions, be an instrument of peace, as outlined in the Just War tradition.
- The pursuit of peace requires considering options beyond military force, such as international cooperation, negotiation, and mediation.
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The Church's Position on Modern Warfare
The podcast explores the church's position on modern warfare and the challenge it poses to understanding and defending the Catholic faith. The guest, Dr. Joseph Kepizi, discusses the conflict between being faithful to Jesus, who calls for peacemaking, and participating in war. He explains that the Catholic tradition acknowledges that in a broken world, the use of lethal force can, in certain conditions, be an instrument of peace, as outlined in the Just War tradition. The discussion emphasizes the importance of evaluating the use of force based on whether it serves the end of peace.
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