‘Japan killed millions in Asia, but that doesn't mean dropping atomic bombs is justified,’ he said. “Possessing nuclear weapons in itself is a sin.”
Can a Catholic tell us where in the Bible it says it is a sin to have nuclear weapons?
This one ought to be good.
“Many Americans believe the bombs were necessary to bring a quick end to the war and avoid a bloody land invasion”....
Including this American......
Why I left the church long ago.
Bull Shia! Just Black Liberation Theology for Whities!
“‘Japan killed millions in Asia, but that doesn’t mean dropping atomic bombs is justified,’ he said. “
They also raped, tortured, mutilated, and looted millions. They brought all of this on themselves. I wonder what the rest of the world has to say about the nukes.
I wonder if the archbishop knows or remembers that the entire population of Japan were ordered to commit mass suicide if American soldiers launched a ground attack. Its my understanding that suicide is a sin to Catholics.
>>Can a Catholic tell us where in the Bible it says it is a sin to have nuclear weapons?<<
A Catholic can’t tell you that because it’s not there.
This is a personal opinion of that Archbishop. Unless it’s from the Vatican, it’s not a “Catholic” opinion. It’s the opinion of a man that holds an office in the Latin Catholic Church.
As a Catholic it is disappointing to see more America bashing for church leadership. This Bishops and Cardinals that attack the USA came in during Vatican 2 when strict requirements for the priesthood were decreased and homosexual men were accepted. Hence, the ultimate outcome was the homosexual pedophile molestation cases and a very liberal church leadership. As they old priests die off, they are being replaced by more conservative younger priests.
As far as weapons and Jesus goes, lets remember what he said to his apostles Luke 22:35-38.
22:35. When I sent you without purse and scrip and shoes, did you want anything?
22:36. But they said: Nothing. Then said he unto them: But now he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise a scrip: and he that hath not, let him sell his coat and buy a sword.
22:37. For I say to you that this that is written must yet be fulfilled in me. And with the wicked was he reckoned. For the things concerning me have an end.
22:38. But they said: Lord, behold, here are two swords. And he said to them: It is enough.