Good and Evil Key Words Flashcards
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 or wrong.
Punishment
A penalty given to someone for a crime or wrong they have done.
Sin
Deliberate immoral action, breaking a religious or moral law.
Suffering
Pain or distress caused by injury, illness or loss. Suffering can be physical, emotional/psychological or spiritual.
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 seek revenge against a wrongdoer.
Freewill
The ability to make choices voluntarily and independently. The belief that nothing is pre-determined.