Whatever happened to thou shalt not kill? what kind of christian are you?
The bible is filled with justified killings, whether in defense or retribution and even by the state. As Christ said to Pilate when Pilate asked him if he did not know that he had the power to take his life:
Killing of innocents is murder and absolutely prohibited. Capital punishment/self defense/defense of others are all perfectly legitimate per Christ's teaching. Remember he was the guy who fashioned a whip to drive the money changers out. Or consider the below admonishment:Pilate therefore saith to him: Speakest thou not to me? knowest thou not that I have power to crucify thee, and I have power to release thee? [11] Jesus answered: Thou shouldst not have any power against me, unless it were given thee from above.
Best,But they said: Nothing. Then said he unto them: But now he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise a scrip; and he that hath not, let him sell his coat, and buy a sword.
Joe