Christianity, Guns and Self-DefenseMultiple translations exist of the fifth/sixth commandment; the Hebrew
words לא תרצח (lo tirtzach) are variously translated as "thou shalt not kill" or "thou shalt not murder". The imperative is against unlawful killing resulting in bloodguilt. The Hebrew Bible contains numerous prohibitions against unlawful killing, but also allows for justified killing in the context of warfare, capital punishment, and self-defense. You should know where you stand. Public ShcoolsOnly those who are duly authorized are allowed to carry a pistol in public schools. Castle Doctrine LawA Man’s Home is His Castle. Attacked there, he need not retreat. Stand Your Ground LawCastle Doctrine extended to any place that you have the right to be. It is always the Best Plan to retreat when you can do so in absolute safety. |
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