https://doi.org/10.21697/bts.16337
The article presents a theological and analytical reflection on peace within the framework of applied theology, addressing this theme in the context of contemporary threats, particularly war and social destabilization. The anthropological foundations of peace are outlined by presenting the human person as created in the image of God and called to love, while acknowledging that disordered desires weaken this vocation. The biblical and patristic understanding of peace as a fruit of God’s grace is examined, together with the notion of inner order grounded in the primacy of God over the human spirit and body. It is shown that social peace requires truth, justice, love, and freedom – fundamental pillars of the Christian moral vision. Within the applied theological perspective, emphasis is placed on understanding the human person and listening to lived human experience, including insights derived from the humanities and social sciences. The ecclesial dimension of peacebuilding is also discussed, encompassing interreligious dialogue, the formation of conscience, the defense of human dignity, and the engagement of believers in social life. The study demonstrates that peace is a universal task arising from the Christian vocation to love, solidarity, and responsibility, realized through inner transformation, the cultivation of virtue, and the cooperative efforts of the Church and all people of good will. It concludes that peace is both a gift and a task, whose lasting character depends on justice
and truth in accordance with the principle opus iustitiae pax.
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