An Inquiry On The Duty Of Christians With Respect To War

""An Inquiry On The Duty Of Christians With Respect To War"" is a thought-provoking book written by John Sheppard in 1820. The book delves into the topic of war and explores the role of Christians in it. Sheppard examines the principle of the London and American Peace Societies and discusses whether Christians should participate in wars or not. The book is divided into several chapters, each exploring a different aspect of war and Christianity. Sheppard argues that war is not compatible with the principles of Christianity and that Christians should strive for peace instead. He examines the teachings of the Bible and the early Christian Church to support his argument.Throughout the book, Sheppard provides numerous examples of wars and their devastating consequences. He also discusses the role of governments and rulers in promoting war and the impact of war on society as a whole. Overall, ""An Inquiry On The Duty Of Christians With Respect To War"" is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to reconsider their views on war and the role of Christians in it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and politics, and the pursuit of peace in a turbulent world.In A Series Of Letters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.