Discuss the Syrian conflict in light of Aquinas’ theories, whether of Justice War or Rebellion. Who are the combatants within Syria itself, and which outside powers are also involved in the conflict, and how? What light do the theories throw on this conflict, and how would you judge it according to Aquinas’ criteria? Conversely, how does the Syrian conflict show the limits of Aqiinas’ theorizing? What may he be presupposing about states, economics, and social conditions that does not apply?

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Introduction

The war in Syria began because of conflicts between the government and the rebels which have led to the loss of many lives and making others refugees. This grew to a civil war when the peaceful protests against the dictatorship of Assad led to the killings of Syrian citizens by the government. There have been several objections following to whether war can be considered lawful and just, or whether it is unjust. In Christian theory, two people that spoke of war were St. Augustine and St. Aquinas…..

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