Religious Studies GCSE
Pacifism
What Pacifism means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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An absolute position that strictly prohibits the use of violence, contrasting with the belief that violence can sometimes be justified.
Opposition to war and violence, which the precept informs as Buddhist practitioners cultivate compassion towards all life forms.
The belief that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means.
A way believers strive for peace, alongside prayer and working for social justice.
Topics that use Pacifism
- Buddhism - 3.1.1.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)
- Theme D: Religion, peace and conflict (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Ahimsa (non-violence)
- Anatta (No-self)
- Anicca
- Bodhisattva ideal
- Brahmaviharas (Four Sublime States)
- Buddha-nature
- Christianity in Britain
- Comparative religion
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