Justice

Question 1

Why do Jews believe Justice is important?

Answer 1

God is just and God created the world as a place of Justice.

Question 2

Why is justice important for jews (3)

Answer 2

God is a just God.
Victims need to be compensated by the criminal.
People should be treated fairly.

Question 3

SOWAA for justice (3)

Answer 3

‘life for life eye for eye’
‘do not defraud your neighbour’
‘all His ways are just’

Question 4

Why do Jews see justice as important? (3)

Answer 4

Judaism teaches that justice should always be given since the victim is innocent.
Victims of crime should be compensated for any injuries.
The unjust must be punished for the victim to receive justice.

Question 5

Why do Atheists and Humanists think that justice is important? (3)

Answer 5

Makes sure people are rewarded for their labour.
The weak are protected from the strong.
Without laws or justice civilisation can’t function.