Catholic doctrine and nuclear dogmatics
Journal Article
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· 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), Vol. 8:44
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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