Good and Evil Flashcards
Good
That which is considered morally right, beneficial and to our advantage.
Evil
That which is considered extremely immoral, wicked and wrong.
Forgiveness
To grant pardon for a wrongdoing; to give up resentment and the desire to seek revenge against a wrongdoer.
Free will
The ability to make choices voluntarily and independently. The belief that nothing is pre-determined.
Justice
Fairness; where everyone has equal provisions and opportunity.
Morality
Principles and standards determining which actions are right and wrong.
Punishment
A penalty given to someone for a crime or wrongdoing that they have done.
Sin
Deliberate immoral action, breaking a religious or moral law.
Suffering
Pain or distress caused by and injury, illness or loss. Suffering can be physical, emotional/psychological or spiritual.
Conscience
An inner voice which keeps a person on the right track; a sense of right and wrong to help us to make the right choices.
Utilitarianism
The belief that a good act is one that brings the greatest good for the greatest number.
Reformer
Someone who lobbies or pressurises for change.
Quaker
A Christian denomination whose central belief is that every human being contains a reflection of the image of God.
Prison Chaplain
A religious minister who is usually attached to non-religious institutions such as hospitals, prisons, schools or universities to provide pastoral care.
Parole officer
A person who supports prisoners on their release from prison and their return to the community.
Death penalty
Punishment through executing the criminal. Also known as Capital Punishment.
Humane
Showing kindness and compassion
Exoneration
A conviction from a crime being reversed, either because the prisoner is innocent, or there was an error with the trial that led to a conviction.
Reconciliation
Accepting an apology, forgiving and moving forward together in harmony.