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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the biblical interpretation of political and social duties for citizens in a just society, focusing on Christian obligations to obey the law, especially laws that are contrary to conscience or personal convictions. The author's insights are set against the backdrop of the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850, a controversial legislation that sparked heated debate over the morality of slavery and the limits of federal authority. The author argues that while individuals may refuse to obey laws they deem contrary to God's will, they must do so at their own peril, and without resorting to violence. Drawing on biblical teachings and historical examples, the book contends that submission to the law is a moral imperative, even when the laws are unjust or personally offensive. Only when a whole people, acting through its legitimate representatives, deems a law to be contrary to the fundamental principles of the constitution should it be resisted. By exploring the complex relationship between faith, conscience, and civil obedience, this book provides a timely and thought-provoking analysis of the moral dilemmas faced by citizens in a flawed society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243251377_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243251377
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