PHIL 383 - Philosophy of War

Institution:

California State University-Bakersfield

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Description:

This course is a philosophical examination of conceptual and moral issues relating to war. It discusses the Just War Tradition, and examines questions about violent events that count as war, when it is just to go to war, the means by which a war may be justly fought, and the virtue(s) of a warrior. Debates about responsibility, pacifism, and connection between religion and war may be discussed.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.csub.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 654-2782

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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