"This is our God: Jesus, king of peace, who rejects war, whom no one can use to justify war. He does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war, but rejects them."
"Even though you make many prayers, I will not listen: your hands are full of blood. Jesus did not arm himself or fight; he revealed the gentle face of God, who always rejects violence."
Pope Leo condemned the use of religion to justify war during a Palm Sunday mass, stating that God does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war. He criticized the ongoing conflict involving the US, Iran, and Israel, asserting that Jesus represents peace and cannot be used to justify violence. The pope referenced a Bible passage to illustrate that Jesus rejected violence, highlighting the importance of peace over warfare. His remarks followed a controversial prayer for violence by US defense secretary Pete Hegseth amid military tensions in the region.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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