Christianity - Religion, Human Rights and Social Justice Flashcards
Explain what is meant by social justice.
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List 3 reasons why it is necessary to have human rights.
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Why was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) created in 1948?
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Give 5 examples of rights contained in the UK Human Rights Act 1998.
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The UDHR states that along with rights, we have the responsibility to respect the rights of others. List the responsibilities that accompany freedom of speech and religious expression.
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List 5 Christian teachings on human rights.
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Give 3 examples of famous Christians who have campaigned for social justice.
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Give 3 quotes that show that Christians should believe in equality of all people
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Give 4 pieces of evidence that show Christian prejudice and discrimination against women.
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Give 4 pieces of evidence that show Christianity is not prejudiced / discriminatory towards women.
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List 3 Bible quotes that seem to condemn homosexuality.
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List 2 reasons why Christians should not condemn homosexuality.
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Explain two religious beliefs about the status and treatment of homosexuals.
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Explain tow contrasting beliefs in contemporary British society about the status of women in religion.
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Explain two contrasting beliefs in contemporary British society about the right of freedom of belief.
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Explain two contrasting beliefs in contemporary British society about the right of freedom of religious expression.
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Give 3 bible quotes that oppose racism.
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Explain how the core Christian beliefs in justice adn equality mean that they should oppose prejudice and discrimination.
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Give 2 example of Christian groups that have supported racism.
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Give 2 famous Christians who have opposed racism.
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Give 2 examples of where positive discrimination could be seen as necessary.
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Give 2 famous Christians who have opposed racism.
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Give 2 examples of where positive discrimination could be seen as necessary.
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Give 2 disadvantages of positive discrimination.
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Explain two religious beliefs about racial prejudice and discrimination.
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Give two Christian teachings that show that wealth is a gift/reward from God.
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What is a tithe?
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Explain two religious beliefs about the right attitude to wealth.
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Explain tow religious beliefs about the responsibilities of wealth.
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Explain two similar religious beliefs about the right use of wealth.
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Explain two contrasting beliefs in contemporary British society about the right use of wealth.
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