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'''Pacifism''' is the theory that peaceful rather than violent or belligerent relations should govern human intercourse and that arbitration, surrender, or migration should be used to resolve disputes. Pacifism is as much an element of Western thinking as is the notion of Just War Theory, the argument that the state may legitimately or morally bear arms. While most people accept the necessity of war, conscientious objectors (or martyrs in much of European history) have often been accorded a special recognition for their moral bravery in refusing to take up arms.
'''Pacifism''' (a noun) means, generally, the belief that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means. Followers of this deal are called pacifists.


The philosophical study of pacifism requires examining a variety of aspects of the broad proposal, as well as an investigation as to its consequences. Pacifism relates to war as well as to domestic injustices and repressive policies. It can be studied in terms of its coherence as a deontological, or intrinsic, value as well as in terms of the beneficial effects it seeks. Examination of the broad theory draws our attention to a vast range of possible ethical meanings and issues that the committed pacifist or critic must consider. The doctrine of absolute pacifism is first dealt with, before turning to an examination of the more flexible doctrines of pacifism and conditional pacifism.


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Latest revision as of 12:55, 6 February 2024

Pacifism (a noun) means, generally, the belief that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means. Followers of this deal are called pacifists.

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