The Sword of the Lord
Military Chaplains from the First to the Twenty-First Century
By University of Notre Dame Press | Publisher: University of Notre Dame Press
About the book
The Sword of the Lord explores the development of the military chaplaincy across history and geography and shows the legacy of these devoted men.
From the first to the twenty-first century, from Europe to North America, the military chaplaincy has existed in a recognizable form for more than 1,600 years. The Sword of the Lord analyzes specific historical moments in the development of the chaplaincy, beginning in antiquity and progressing through the Crusades, the English Civil War, the American Civil War, both World Wars, and the Vietnam War. The book also includes vivid accounts by two former chaplains—an American rabbi who served in World War II and an American Catholic priest who served in Vietnam. This remarkable work treats with care and sensitivity a fascinating and important topic, serving as a record of these men’s lives as well as raising important questions about morality and faith in the face of war.
Editions of The Sword of the Lord
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780268021757
- Paperback
- ISBN 2003020901
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780268021764
- PDF
- ISBN 9780268048839
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The Sword of the Lord explores the development of the military chaplaincy across history and geography and shows the legacy of these devoted men.
From the first to the twenty-first century, from Europe to North America, the military chaplaincy has existed in a recognizable form for more than 1,600 years. The Sword of the Lord analyzes specific historical moments in the development of the chaplaincy, beginning in antiquity and progressing through the Crusades, the English Civil War, the American Civil War, both World Wars, and the Vietnam War. The book also includes vivid accounts by two former chaplains—an American rabbi who served in World War II and an American Catholic priest who served in Vietnam. This remarkable work treats with care and sensitivity a fascinating and important topic, serving as a record of these men’s lives as well as raising important questions about morality and faith in the face of war.
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What is The Sword of the Lord about?
The Sword of the Lord explores the development of the military chaplaincy across history and geography and shows the legacy of these devoted men.
From the first to the twenty-first century, from Europe to North America, the military chaplaincy has existed in a recognizable form for more than 1,600 years. The Sword of the Lord analyzes specific historical moments in the development of the chaplaincy, beginning in antiquity and progressing through the Crusades, the English Civil War, the American Civil War, both World Wars, and the Vietnam War. The book also includes vivid accounts by two former chaplains—an American rabbi who served in World War II and an American Catholic priest who served in Vietnam. This remarkable work treats with care and sensitivity a fascinating and important topic, serving as a record of these men’s lives as well as raising important questions about morality and faith in the face of war.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Sword of the Lord?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Christianity
Where can I read a sample of The Sword of the Lord?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780268021757
How long is The Sword of the Lord and how many pages does it have?
The Sword of the Lord has 312 page(s)
Is The Sword of the Lord part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Critical Problems in History
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Sword of the Lord?
University of Notre Dame Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Sword of the Lord is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780268021757) and paperback(ISBN 2003020901) and paperback(ISBN 9780268021764) and pdf(ISBN 9780268048839)
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