Exam - Religion Flashcards
what does religion concern
both the natural and the supernatural
what does religion have an impact on
philosophy, culture and science
general characteristics of religion
religions have positive attitudes towards creation and acknowledgement that humans depend on nature for survival
what did christianity traditionally suggested about animals and humans
a superiority of humans over other animals
how is christianity’s standpoint changing
dominion over animals
dominion over animals
stewardship or protective caring
christianity general attitude towards animal
avoid cruelty and treat them with kindness, but - not sacred, no significant right to life, can be used for human benefit
islam general attitude towards animals
superiority over animals, but:
- animals should not be treated badly
- only killed out of necessity
what does islam promote
kindness for living creatures
what does hinduism emphasize
non-injury to living things
cyclical embodiment of all living beings
is there animal sacrifice in hinduism
it is very limited
examples of scared animals
elephants
monkeys
cattle
rodents
what happens to the cows in hinduism
the cow is venerated
what cow products are used in Hindu ceremonies
milk
curd
butter
urine
dung
which Hindus consumed beef
early - cattle were valued for their strength and dung - later prohibited slaughter
where are there laws that protect the cow from slaughter
india
what is needed to slaughter cattle in India
Fit-for-Slaughter certificate
where is slaughter legal in India
only a few states - travel long distances by road (dehydration, lipolysis, muscle injury)
what is sacred in Bali and Thailand
long tailed macaques (druwe)
does sacred status guarantee better welfare
no
why do some religions have specific methods of slaughter
goal of minimizing animal suffering
improved and modern methods are now available
some compromises in modern Halal food production
what is culture
complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, law, morals, custom and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society
cultural differences that can influence animal welfare
dietary practices
traditional medicine
religious rituals
entertainment and festivals
companion animal
farming practices
attitudes towards wildlife
example of cultural differences in the European Union
north versus south
east vs west
north versus south cultural differences in EU
cultural and historical factors
economic factors
climate and geography
enforcement and oversight
public awareness and advocacy
cultural and political priorities
east vs west cultural differences in EU
economic development
legacy of soviet influence
cultural and political priorities
another example of cultural differences with animal welfare
outdoor vs indoor cats
