John C. Bennett

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From the Introduction: Political problems have come to be the most fateful social problems. Three decades ago it seemed that economic problems were primary and Christian writers about society were generally preoccupied with them. Even then economic problems led to questions concerning the role of the state in economic life, which remains one of the most urgent of the political problems. Today, while there is not doubt about the significance of the interaction between economics and politics on many levels, it seems that the greater threats to man come from the conflict of political ideologies, from political instability within various countries and regions, and from the danger of nuclear war. There are issues of economic justice and well-being involved in all of these threats, but we can no longer assume that all political ideas and forces and decisions are merely reflections of what happens in economic life.

From the Introduction: Political problems have come to be the most fateful social problems. Three decades ago it seemed that economic problems were primary and Christian writers about society were generally preoccupied with them. Even then economic problems led to questions concerning the role of the state in economic life, which remains one of the most urgent of the political problems. Today, while there is not doubt about the significance of the interaction between economics and politics on many levels, it seems that the greater threats to man come from the conflict of political ideologies, from political instability within various countries and regions, and from the danger of nuclear war. There are issues of economic justice and well-being involved in all of these threats, but we can no longer assume that all political ideas and forces and decisions are merely reflections of what happens in economic life.

The Dagger and the Cross: An Examination of Christian Pacifism is a book written by Culbert Gerow Rutenber. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the concept of Christian pacifism and its relevance in modern times. Rutenber discusses the historical development of pacifism in Christianity, tracing its roots back to the early church and examining its evolution through the centuries. The author examines the biblical and theological foundations of pacifism, exploring the teachings of Jesus and the early church fathers on non-violence and the rejection of war. Rutenber also examines the role of pacifism in contemporary Christian thought, discussing the various forms of pacifism and their practical implications for social and political action. The book provides a critical analysis of the challenges facing Christian pacifism in the modern world, including the rise of nationalism, terrorism, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Rutenber argues that Christian pacifism is a viable and necessary alternative to the prevailing culture of violence and war, and offers practical suggestions for how Christians can live out their commitment to non-violence in their personal and public lives. Overall, The Dagger and the Cross is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of Christian pacifism that will be of interest to scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the intersections of religion, ethics, and politics. 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.