Poverty And Wealth Flashcards
What does “treat others as you would like to be treated tell Christians?
This tells Christians to treat others with respect and equanimity but also help those who are in need.
How may a Traditional Christian show their faith?
By “tithing” giving 1/10th of your wealth to charity.
What is the quote from the Parable of the Sheep and Goats?
“For I was hungry and you feed me I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink.”
What does the Parable of the Sheep and Goats tell Christians?
This tells Christians that you will be judged on Judgement day upon the service you have provided others.
Why may a Christian give money to charity?
Because it is easier for a camel to fit through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter the kindgom of God.
What does Feeding of the 5000 show?
Jesus carrying for the poor and feeding them. A Christian would want to put his into practice.
Which influential characters worked against poverty?
Mother Teresa’s and Oscar Romero.
What was the Parable of the Poor Woman?
The poor woman put everything she had in and the rich man out a lot in but only a small quantity of what he had.
What is wealth?
A state of being rich.
What do most Christians believe about their duty?
To use their wealth to help people who are less fortunate than themselves.
What is the most important things to a Christian?
“Inner” wealth is all that matters it is about what satisfies you spiritually and personally that matters.
What is a negative outlook on wealth?
It is seen as temptation which leads people to behave in a less than Christian manner.
What is the overall feeling on wealth?
Do not see a problem with being wealthy but they do believe wealth should be used appropriately
What is meant by charity?
A charity is an organisation which uses money to help humans or animals in some way.
What ways can charity be put into practice?
Donation
Donation ofntime
Give possessions
