Opinion about weapons?

[pnewton]

Montrose:

That is not the interpretation of turning the other cheek.

What is the interpretation?
38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’[a] 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also.

Read the whole passage:

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. 41 If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.

This does not pertain to be assaulted. In addition to having the right compel citizens to carry gear for a mile, soldier could strike them, but only once. Then the idea of someone taking your shirt was through being sued. None of this has to do with robbery, assault, burglary, or self-defense. It is about being wronged by an evil man, but legally wronged. Instead of grumbling or striking back, go along and help the person more than you have to.

 

[BornInMarch]

Are all weapons Satan’s inventions?

No. They can be used for harmless ends such as hunting or sport, and even if used to harm other humans that can be considered a moral duty (the Catechism calls this “legitimate defense”). Even Archangel Michael has a sword.