Marzena Kuczyńska
Terrorism pictured by Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI [View PDF]
ABSTRACT
The article presents the reflections of Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI on the phenomenon of terrorism. The understanding of the essence and sources of this phenomenon have been dis cussed. The author has analysed the teachings of the Pope before he took up the pontificate and during his ministry, focusing on the messages, speeches and pilgrimages. One of the Pope’s key texts was the Regensburg lecture. Proposals for counteracting terrorism in order to build a lasting peace in the world have been presented.
Keywords: Joseph Ratzinger, Benedict XVI, terrorism, persecution of Christians, peace, freedom, dialogue, irrationality, Islam, Christianity, faith, religion