Christianity and Atomic Bombs - AC078

Christianity and Atomic Bombs - AC078

Author: AnarchoChristian August 6, 2021 Duration: 43:11

How should Christians view the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki? Let's go over some important details, war theory, and quotes from significant sources to see if we can get passed the rhetoric and find a view consistent with our Faith.

AnarchoChristian Resources:
Ike and Leahy Were Right: The Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Were Wrong - https://www.anarchochristian.com/ike-and-leahy-were-right-the-bombings-of-hiroshima-and-nagasaki-were-wrong/

Resources mentioned in the show:
Christianity and the Nagasaki Bomb - https://consortiumnews.com/2016/08/09/christianity-and-the-nagasaki-bomb/
Atomic Bombings at 75 - The very unchristian Nagasaki Bomb - https://consortiumnews.com/2020/08/09/the-very-un-christian-nagasaki-bomb/
Significant quotes against the bomb - http://www.doug-long.com/quotes.htm 
The McCollum Memo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McCollum_memo 
Firebombing Tokyo - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-09/tokyo-wwii-firebombing-remembered-70-years-on/6287486 
Just War Theory - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Just_war_theory
Summary of Damages and Injuries from the Atomic Bombs of Hiroshima and Nagasaki - https://avalon.law.yale.edu/20th_century/mp03.asp 
Hiroshima Shadows - https://allthatsinteresting.com/hiroshima-shadows 

Books Recommended:
Day of Deceit by Robert Stinnett - https://amzn.to/3fpGV7P
Roosevelt's Secret War by Joseph Persico - https://amzn.to/3C9OcCM
Hiroshima Nagasaki by Paul Ham - https://amzn.to/3fpGY3v
Hiroshima's Shadow by Kai Bird and Lawrence Lifschultz - https://amzn.to/3zVAYYi 

 

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At its heart, AnarchoChristian is a deep and often challenging exploration of what it means to live a faithful life within-or perhaps apart from-the structures of earthly power. This podcast carefully examines the tension between ultimate allegiance to divine authority and the demands of modern political systems. Each episode delves into scriptural teachings and historical context, questioning how contemporary social and political "state worship" shapes, and often conflicts with, core Christian convictions. The conversation isn't about partisan politics, but rather a fundamental re-evaluation of where a believer's primary loyalty must lie. Through thoughtful dialogue and scriptural analysis, the host unpacks the radical idea of "No king but Christ," moving it from a historical slogan to a practical, daily consideration. Listeners will encounter a perspective that pushes beyond conventional religious-political alliances, inviting them to scrutinize long-held assumptions about citizenship, obedience, and kingdom. The AnarchoChristian podcast provides a unique space for those who feel that disconnect between faith and state, offering a rigorous, biblically grounded framework for navigating that complex relationship. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered if the demands of God and the demands of government can truly be reconciled, or if a more profound, scriptural separation is called for.
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