R.E | Theme F : Prejudice & Discrimination Flashcards
What are the 3 essential points of information for Prejudice & Discrimination?
the definition of equality
that christianity teaches that all people are equal because they have all been made in god’s image, while for Buddhists, treating people equally expresses loving- kindness.
Despite this, there are examples of prejudice and discrimination against women and homosexuals today.
What does prejudice mean?
holding bias (usually negative) opinions about an individual or a group of people. these opinions are usually based on race, religion, gender, sexuality, disability, etc
What does discrimination mean?
actions or behaviours arising from holding prejudiced views.
What are 3 key points on Christian views on prejudice & discrimination?
in early Christianity, women were not allowed to be leaders of the church.
e.g quote : “Women should remain silent in the churches {…} for it is disgraceful for a woman to speak in church.”
1. Corinthians 14:34-35 [NIV]
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the catholic and orthodox churches still today not allow women to be priests. they argue that men and women are different but have different roles.
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other christian denominations are happy to ordain women. they argue the church should adapt to reflect the importance of equality in today’s society.
What are 5 key points on Buddhist views on prejudice & discrimination?
The Buddha ordained nuns, although at first was reluctant to do so.
Today, some Buddhist traditions ordain men and women equally (e.g the Triratna Buddhist order).
In 2015, the Dalai lama (the most senior Tibetan Buddhist leader) said he thought there was no reason why a future Dalai Lama could not be female.
Some traditional Buddhist schools do not allow women to be fully ordained.
In Theravada Buddhism, nuns are not given the same respect and recognition as monks.
What are 3 key points of Christian views on sexuality?
Some Christian think heterosexual relationships that lead to procreation are what God intended (Genesis 2:24, 1:28)
some believe homosexual relationships are sinful.
others think homosexual relationships are morally acceptable, and it is not loving to condemn people for their sexual orientation.
What are 2 key points of Buddhist views on sexuality?
Buddhist scriptures say very little about homosexuality , and no Buddhist teaching says homosexual relationships are wrong.
Many Buddhists think the moral precepts apply to any couple, regardless of their sexual orientation.
