On socialism :: essays research papers

Quod Apostolici Muneris (On Socialism) ReflectionSummary of ContentThis clause condemns collectivism as anti Christian philosophy. From beginning to end, its hateful none of hand and description of socialism does not change. In the first paragraph, it already denounces socialism as a deadly plague creeping into society. Later, it ends with calling socialism a step into wickedness. Most concerning about socialism is condemning of two things. First, the Church (or so the article claims) was built on the inequality of men. Hence, socialism creates chaos because citizenry refuse to obey higher power. This, to the churchs eye, is dangerous because it destroys Gods natural order. As well, socialism permitting divorces is not viewed pleasantly by the Church. Divorcing, the article states, is not permitted even in barbarous nation (keep in mind the date at which this article was written). In eyes of the Church at the time, socialists be regarded lower than even barbarous people ar. Q uestions On the Article1) Why is it that socialism is condemned in the Churchs eye since in Heaven, there is not supposed to be any ownership of property?2) Why is it that the church seems to promote the inequality of men? Is that not contradictory to the Bible stating that all people are made in the image of God. 3) What is the reason that the Church forbids divorcing?Objective Conclusion It is evident that socialism is evil in the eyes of the Church. The church decently claims that socialism cannot create the Utopia it promises. Most people in socialist nations are not happy. As seen in histories of China and Russia under a communist government, socialism creates tyrannical governments where civilians are lazy and unmotivated. Such is not someone beautiful in the Churchs eyes. Reflection/Subjective Reactions Defile the flesh, despise territory and blaspheme majesty (POPE LEO XIII, 1878, 1) Quod Apostolici Muneris (On Socialism)s condemnation is devastating, and seem unfit for a social system created to imitate heaven now, no longer are the poor oppressed and social inequality plaguing its unfortunate victims. Through invoking language, Quod Apostolici Muneris (On Socialism) contrasts everything socialism represents with Gods will. From Gods marriage to church and natural faithfulness, it condemns socialism as deadly plague that creeps into the very fibers of human (POPE LEO XIII, 1878, 1). Unfortunately, the presented arguments victimize socialism more than to reveal its evils. The language, though full of coercive words, holds empty of evidence to justify the claim.