Law and Justice Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we need laws (4)
A
- To keep order in society
- So people know what behavior is acceptable
- To protect the weak from the strong
- So that everything is fair
2
Q
What is the purpose of punishment (4)
A
- To put people of committing crimes
- To protect society from criminals
- So someone else can pay for what they have done
wrong - To make the criminal a good citizen
3
Q
Why is justice important for Christians (4)
A
- Bible: God will reward the good and punish the sinner
- NT: To treat people fairly
- Jesus: Rich should share with he poor
- Church: statements that Christians need to work o justice and fairness
4
Q
Why is justice important to Muslims (4)
A
- God: will reward the god and punish the bad on the last day
- Hell: Punishment for not working for justice
- ## Islam: Cant be in the charging of interest bc it takes money from poor to rich
