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Catholic doctrine and nuclear dogmatics

Journal Article · · Sci., Technol., Hum. Values; (United States)
OSTI ID:5690095
The bishops' pastoral letter challenging US nuclear strategy is based on the moral doctrine of a just war and post-World War II anti-Communist developments within the church. They advocate non-violence and active pursuit of peace, but retain the just war theory. They interpret nuclear deterrence as morally flawed and a driving force in the arms race, but they offer a moral loophole by advocating only bilateral and verifiable disarmament. The controversy centers on how quickly Christians are obligated to act. 9 references. (DCK)
Research Organization:
Massachusetts Inst. of Tech., Cambridge
OSTI ID:
5690095
Journal Information:
Sci., Technol., Hum. Values; (United States), Journal Name: Sci., Technol., Hum. Values; (United States) Vol. 8:44; ISSN STHVD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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