Explore a bold claim for personal conscience and public duty.
A thoughtful collection of letters arguing that religious liberty and individual conscience should guide how a nation handles military service and government power. This edition examines how Christian ethics intersect with law, peace, and civic responsibility, inviting readers to weigh duty, tolerance, and the rights of conscience in a changing world. The author grounds his case in Scripture and gospel principles, while acknowledging the realities of governance and the need to prevent coercion. The text invites calm reflection on whether moral principles can guide state policy without suppressing honest differences of belief. It presents a measured, nonviolent vision for civic life that respects diverse convictions while considering the practical demands of public safety. What you’ll experience
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the ethical and practical implications of justifying military conscription and war through a Christian lens. The author, who holds a non-resistant pacifist viewpoint, argues that compulsory military service violates the rights of conscience guaranteed by the Constitution and is incompatible with the teachings of Jesus Christ. Examining historical and biblical precepts, the author challenges the necessity of war and the sanctity of governments that wage it. Through an analysis of arguments in favor of military force, including the need to suppress lawlessness and protect the innocent, the author provides a comprehensive case for the right of individuals to refuse military service on moral and religious grounds. Ultimately, the book advocates for a voluntary military corps compensated for their service to create a more just and effective defense system while safeguarding the rights and liberties of all citizens. 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 9781331534204_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331534204
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331534204
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)