noun
pacifism; pacifist thought
Refers to the ideology or philosophical stance that opposes war and violence, often in political or ethical contexts.
彼は平和思想に基づいて、戦争反対を訴えた。
Based on pacifist thought, he advocated against war.
日本の憲法には平和思想が反映されている。
Pacifism is reflected in the Japanese constitution.
平和主義 is a more common term for pacifism as a principle or doctrine, while 平和思想 emphasizes the ideological or philosophical aspect.
Compound of 平和 (peace) and 思想 (thought, ideology).