1.1 - The Universe and the Place of Human Beings Flashcards
Give 3 key messages a Christian could interpret from the Genesis 1 creation story.
God created everything - we should protect + look after (stewardship)
God created the world deliberately (not accidental)
Humans are special (imago dei) - dominion
Creationists / Fundamentalists interpret Genesis 1 literally
Give 3 arguments supporting stewardship.
“Good people take care of their animals” (Proverbs 12)
Organisation: A Rocha (Christian environmental organisation), PETA (animal rights)
Samsara - we are the same as animals, they can be reincarnated as humans
Animals have sentience - Peter Singer (don’t be speciesist)
Evolution - humans and animals share common ancestor
Keep environment in good condition for future generations. God created for everyone and golden rule.
Give 3 arguments supporting dominion.
Humans are special - imago dei - “in the image of God he made them” (Genesis 1)
God blessed Noah: “All the animals, birds and fish will live in fear of you.” (Genesis 9)
God gave us control over the animals - “I place them under your control” (Genesis 9)
We are more rational than animals, have earned our dominance
