The relevance of Christ's teachings on peace to a society plagued by violence.
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2004
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In this dissertation I explore the relevance of Christ's teachings on peace, and its effectiveness over the years, namely, through the lives of three individuals, Leo Tolstoy, Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. Special attention is paid to each one's philosophy of non-violence as well as their understanding and application of the concept resist not evil by force. Included also are current thoughts pertaining to non-violence. My conclusion is that the doctrine of nonĀ¬violence requires much more than just abstinence from violence to be effective. It involves a change in mindset, emotional responses, spiritual accountability, social transformation, self-worth, discipline and most importantly restraint. This study is based on qualitative research conducted by myself. It will show that the ultimate source of peace is God, through our Lord Jesus Christ.
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A dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
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Master of Theology
University of Zululand,
2004
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Peace; Religious aspects; Biblical teaching, Passive resistance, Nonviolence.