Profiles of Conscientious Objectors
Conscientious objectors to war come from many faith backgrounds, or may have deeply-held moral convictions
against war which they would not describe as religious. This diversity is reflected in the profiles of
conscientious objectors presented on this page. As you read these profiles, you may want to consider the
following questions:
- What are the basic values and beliefs held by each conscientious objector?
- What life experiences led each conscientious objector toward a commitment to non-violence?
- How are your beliefs and experiences similar to or different from the ones you find in these stories?
Historic Profiles
Contemporary Profiles
