Philosophy: Issues of Relationships Flashcards
What is a family?
The foundation of all human society
What is a nuclear family?
The most common type of family in modern Britain, two parents and one or more child living in the same house
What is a reconstituted family?
When divorced adults choose to remarry which leads to the creation of a reconstituted family
What are responsibilities?
Actions/Duties that you are expected to carry out, eg: adults have the duty of earning money for their family or caring for children
What did Rabbi Menachem Schneerson say about family?
'’In the absence of harmony between one’s own family, we can hardly expect to find harmony between strangers’’
What did prophet Muhammad say about men in a household?
'’A man is the guardian of his family (household) and is responsible for his subjects’’
What are some changing views on roles within families?
Trad views are changing
Relationships between men and women are seen as partnerships
More women are working after marriage
More men are becoming ‘house-husbands’
In terms of religious practices, what are parents expected to do?
Take children to their place of worship Teach them how to understand sacred texts Teach them how and when to pray Join religious festivals Understand the importance of rituals
What did Pope Francis say about family?
'’Women play a fundamental role in passing on their faith’’
This means the role of the mother in passing on their faith is fundamental
How do Christians regard marriage?
It’s God given (a sacrament)
It’s a lifelong commitment
It’s the best basis for creating an environment into which children should be born
The joining of two people in a sacred way
It should happen in chapel or church
What does the Bible say about marriage?
'’Male and female… the two will become one flesh’’
‘‘And so what God has joined together let no one separate’’
How do Muslims regard marriage?
It's God given It's a lifelong commitment It's the best basis for creating an environment into which children should be born Marriage is the basis of family life Muslims are encouraged to marry for life
What does the Qur’an say about marriage?
'’He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquillity in them’’
What is cohabitation?
To live together in a sexual relationship without being married
What are some Christian attitudes towards cohabitation?
Some denominations are more tolerant of cohabitation but think that marriage is the ideal (Liberal Christians)
Other denominations such the Catholic Church do not accept cohabitation and expect a couple to not have sex before marriage
Some Baptist churches refuse to marry couples who are cohabitating
What are some Muslim attitudes towards cohabitation?
It is always wrong
A couple should be married first before living together
What are Christian attitudes on adultery?
Marriage is sexually exclusive and should not be shared with anyone else
Marriage is a gift from God- adultery goes against this
Committing adultery destroys the special relationship between a husband and wife
Committing adultery can destroy the family unit
What does the Bible say about adultery?
'’Thou shall not commit adultery’’
What are some Muslim attitudes on adultery?
Sex outside of marriage is disapproved of
Marriage is a lifelong union based on trust
Adultery is seen is harmful to society
Adultery is seen as a form of theft (the worst kind)
The Qur’an teaches that it is wrong
What does the Qur’an say about adultery?
'’Do not approach unlawful sexual intercourse… it is ever an immorality and is evil as a way’’
Why do some marriages fail?
Lack of communication/appreciation Personality difficulties Work or career Financial issues Sexual issues Religious differences Too little time spent together
Why do some marriages fail?
Lack of communication/appreciation Personality difficulties Work or career Financial issues Sexual issues Religious differences Too little time spent together
What do Christians believe about divorce?
Anglicans accept it as the law allows it but discourages remarrying
Methodist Church think divorce is best avoided, remarriage is permitted, no minister can be forced to conduct a remarriage against their will
Catholics do not recognise divorce as marriage is a sacrament that cannot be dissolved
What does the Bible say about divorce?
'’What God has joined together, let no one separate’’
What is annulment?
When a court says your marriage or domestic partnership is not legally valid
What do Muslims believe about divorce?
Muslims believe married couples experiencing conflict should attempt to reconcile
Before divorce, an imam would try and help the couple
Reconciliation is mentioned in the Qur’an
Seen as the last result
There is a 3 month period after they apply to the council to give the couple time to reconcile and ensure that the woman is not pregnant
What does the Qur’an say about divorce?
'’Of all the things which have been permitted divorce is the most hated by Allah’’
What are some Christian views on sex?
It’s regarded as a gift from God and part of God’s creation
It allows for the continuation of the human race
An important part of human identity
It is also a physical way for people to express their love
Sex should take place within a marriage
Promiscuity is unacceptable
What are some Muslim views towards sex?
It’s regarded as a gift from God and part of God’s creation
It allows for the continuation of the human race
An important part of human identity
Sex should only happen within a marriage
Sex outside of a marriage is wrong
Considered an act of worship if you fufill your partner’s needs
What does the Qur’an say about sex?
'’Do not approach unlawful sexual intercourse… it is ever an immorality’’
What is chastity?
The state in which a person does not have sexual intercourse until they are married
What is celibacy?
When a person chooses to never have sex
What are some Christian attitudes towards contraception?
Protestants believe in the use of different forms of contraception for family planning
Catholics oppose artificial methods of contraception
Other Christians believe people should use their conscience
What are some Muslim attitudes towards contraception?
It can be used if:
It doesn’t harm the body
If the husband and wife consent to its use
But they do not accept permanent forms of contraception
What are some Christian attitudes towards same-sex marriage?
Cannot take place in a Christian church
Some believe this idea is outdated
Sexual relationships should occur between a man and a woman
What does the Bible say about same-sex marriage?
'’Practicing homosexuality… is contrary to the sound doctrine’’
What are some Muslim attitudes towards same-sex marriage?
Islam forbids same-sex marriage
It should only take place between a man and woman
Homosexuality is wrong and immoral
What does the Qur’an say about same-sex relationships?
'’Do you commit such immorality…Indeed you approach men with desire instead of women’’
What are Christian views on gender roles?
The original disciples were all men
Jesus’ actions showed that he respected women amongst his followers
In ‘The good Samaritan’, Jesus taught that you shouldn’t discriminate
All humans are created in the image of God
Gender is irrelevant as long as you have faith in Jesus
Women cannot be ordained and so cannot become priests in the Catholic church
What does the Bible say about gender roles?
'’Nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus’’
‘‘A woman should learn in quietness and full submission’’
What are Muslim views on gender roles?
Allah creates all people from the same soul
Gender is irrelevant to whether a person can be a good Muslim
For most Muslims, women cannot be imams and lead in prayer
Women and men are separated in prayer
What does the Qur’an say about gender roles?
'’Whoever does righteousness, whether male or female will enter Paradise’’
