Excerpt from The Book of Peace: A Collection of Essays on War and Peace
I. How much accomplished already. Success cause has been much beyond the means used, cc tively greater than in any kindred enterprise. F fully aware how much has already been gained. More than twenty years preceding the commencen our efforts, the wars of Christendom are supposed wasted more than and sacrificed than nine millions of lives; but its general peace h preserved since 1815 by the various agencies an ences which constitute the cause of peace. The sen of the civilized world on this subject are very now from what they were fifty years ago; and diff which would then have involved nations in conflic frequently been settled with scarce a thought of my each other's blood for the purpose. Leading cabinets become far more pacific than formerly; their services generously been tendered, in a variety of instances, to the threatened honors of war; and other expedients a resort to the sword for the adjustment of interna difficulties, are fast coming to form the established] of Christendom. Let this process continue fifty longer, and it will be well-nigh impossible to it civilized nations in war.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the destructive nature of war, challenging the reader to confront its devastating consequences and consider alternatives for settling international disputes. The author meticulously examines the historical and cultural context of war, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and highlighting the justifications for war that have been employed throughout history. The book dissects the profound economic, social, and moral costs of war, drawing on historical examples to illustrate the profound suffering it inflicts on individuals and entire nations. The author explores the enduring presence of war in human history, even within the context of religious and ethical frameworks. The book examines the inconsistencies between Christian principles of love and peace and the acceptance and glorification of war by many individuals and nations claiming to uphold those very principles. By analyzing the arguments for and against the necessity of war, this book compels readers to question conventional ideas about its legitimacy and explore a more peaceful and humane approach to international relations. The author ultimately contends that a profound shift in cultural attitudes is required to achieve lasting peace, urging readers to embrace the values of compassion and forgiveness in order to usher in an era of universal peace. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334920615_0
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