"legitimate defence can be not only a right but a grave duty for someone responsible for another's life, the common good of the family or of the State".( Unfortunately it happens that the need to render the aggressor incapable of causing harm sometimes involves taking his life. In this case, the fatal outcome is attributable to the aggressor whose action brought it about, even though he may not be morally responsible because of a lack of the use of reason.
This morning I find this article, which points out the error in my perception as to where the Holy Father stands and what he says.
My apologies to you, dear Pippin, for my thoughtless remark yesterday.
I've already apologized to the Pope.
The times they are confusin'...)