War Inconsistent with the Religion of Jesus Christ

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dodge, David Low, 1774-1852

Contributor:

Mead, Edwin D. (Edwin Doak), 1849-1937.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"War Inconsistent with the Religion of Jesus Christ" by David Low Dodge is a theological critique of war written in the early 19th century. The treatise argues against the justifications for war, asserting that it is fundamentally at odds with the teachings and spirit of Christianity. Dodge explores various aspects of war, contending that it is inhuman, unwise, and criminal, effectively laying the groundwork for the pacifist movement within Christian communities. The opening of the work establishes Dodge's position as a moral authority on the topic, as he contends that war hardens hearts, oppresses the poor, and inflicts suffering on both human and animal lives. He draws upon scripture and the teachings of Christ to bolster his argument that violence and animosity are contrary to the essence of the gospel. By examining the personal and societal consequences of warfare-both moral decay and the perpetuation of suffering-Dodge sets a tone of deep lament for the effects of war, urging Christians to re-evaluate their complicity in such conflicts and strive instead for paths of peace. This introduction serves as a powerful appeal to the moral conscience of his readers, foreshadowing a rigorous exploration of the incompatibility of war with Christian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Rose Mawhorter and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-04-16