Question

question 5 (4 points)
john brown believed that slavery was anti - christian and used his religious beliefs to justify many illegal activities, including the murder of at least five people. in 4 - 5 sentences, explain whether or not you believe that his cause (abolishing slavery), or any cause, justifies taking another person’s life.

Explanation:

John Brown's cause (abolishing slavery) was morally just, as slavery was a gross violation of human rights. However, his methods (murder) were illegal and unethical. Another example: Mahatma Gandhi used non - violent civil disobedience for India's independence, a just cause with ethical means. His cause was just as it fought colonial oppression, and his methods aligned with moral principles, showing that a just cause can be pursued without illegal or violent acts.

Answer:

John Brown's cause (abolishing slavery) was just, but his methods were wrong. Mahatma Gandhi’s cause (India’s independence) was just and his non - violent methods were ethical, showing a just cause can be pursued ethically.