Relationships and families Flashcards

Question

Explain two religious beliefs about nontraditional families

Answer 1

Cohabitation is seen as nontraditional as it involves two parents that are not married. Liberal Christians accept this type of family because marriage expensive and not everyone is able to get married. However, fundamental Christians, believe this is wrong because sex should only occur in a marriage relationship. Another belief about non-traditional families is about single-parent families. Some Christians believe that single-parent families are acceptable because the Bible teaches “ clothes yourself in compassion” which allows people to divorce, husband, or wife of the relationship is abusive

Answer 2

Catholic churches do not accept remarriage as they believe that divorce does not fully dissolve a marriage. They believe in marriage is a sacrament that should not be broken. The Bible teachers “ those who divorce their wife, and marry, another commit adultery” so therefore they think it is wrong. However, Protestant Christians believe that we marriage is acceptable, and that it is compassionate to forgive those who break a sacrament . They believe that is the most loving thing to do to accept a person and allow them to have a second chance at happiness.

Answer 3

Some Christians believe that homosexual relationships, or against the natural law of God. The Bible teachers” be fruitful, and multiply” which shows that the main reason for sexuality is have children. So this could influence people to disagree. In is lamb, homosexual relationships are for bidden and heterosexual relationships are considered the only type of relationship that is acceptable in the eyes of God . In the Koran teachers “ must you, unlike other lust after and a band in the world is that God has created for you, you are exceeding all bounds”

Answer 4

Jesus treated women with respect and welcome them as disciples. The Bible teachers “ There is neither jew, nor gentile… no male, or female, for you are all equal in Christ Jesus,” so therefore, some Christians would argue that men and women are equal in today’s society. However, some Christians take Genesis literally as it teaches “ your husband will be your desire and he will rule over you” which could influence some Christians to believe that men are the head of the house. In Islam, Mohammed teachers “ I command you to be kind to women” however, they believe that men are expected to provide for their families and women have an important role in looking after and raising children. In Islam all religious leaders are male and women do not pray at the front of the mosque

Answer 5

It is a duty of Christian parents to raise their children in the Faith, depending on their denomination Christians are expected to ensure their children receive religious instruction and attend religious schools. “ play some to your father who gave you life on do not despise your mother when she is old.” Parents and children have a responsibility to each other. in islam, the father and mother have equal but different roles. The father working to support the family and the mother at home looking after the children. Because their parents role is so important Scriptures teachers Morrisons to care for elderly parents with kindness and respect, because they loved and cared for their own children when they were young..

Answer 6

Christians, believe that adultery is wrong because it involves lies betrayal and hurts those around. In the Bible, it says “ you shall not commit adultery” which is a clear command to avoided at all costs. In the Bible, Jesus also teachers “ any man that looks at a woman lustfully has committed adultery with her heart” lust he’s also classed as adultry Muslims also believe that adultery is wrong because the Koran teachers “ do not go near adultery, for it is an outrage and an evil path” they believe that it is wrong because they are breaking the marriage that God has blessed

Answer 7

Some Christians believe that all genders are equal, because everyone is equal in the eyes of God. In the Bible, it says “ there is neither Jew, nor gentile, no male or female for you are all equal in Jesus Christ” However, some Christians believe that men are more dominant than women and superior . This is because in the Bible it teaches “ your husband will rule over you.” which ultimately indicates that men have power over women.

Answer 8

Some Christians believe Polyamorous relationships are acceptable as long as there is trust, commitment and love involved. There are examples of Polyamorous relationships in the Bible, Abraham has more than one wife. • Some Christian believe the best environment for children is one man and his wife. This provides a stable environment for raising children so Polyamorous relationships are not often seen within Christian families now. • Polyamorous relationships are illegal as Bigamy condemns a person marrying more than one person at one time. “obey the laws of the land” • Some Muslims accept Polyamorous relationships if the first wife consents, The man must however be committed to offering fair and equal love, attention to all wives.

Answer 9

Most Christians think marriage Is the proper place to enjoy a sexual relationship/ expresses a deep, loving, lifelong union that first requires the commitment of marriage/ it is one of God's gifts at creation/ 'That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh' / sex should not be a casual, temporary pleasure/ 'The sexual act must take place exclusively within marriage. Outside of marriage it always constitutes a grave sin 'The cost of marriage prevents some people from marrying immediately/ some couples want to see if the relationship is going to work before marrying/ some people do not think a marriage certificate makes any difference to their relationship. Some Christians accept that for some people sex before marriage is a valid expression of their love for each other/ some Christians may accept cohabitation, particularly if the couple is committed to each other/ more liberal Christians may accept that people may live together in a faithful, loving and committed way without being ma '

Answer 10

The right to choose, God gave us human reasoning and freewill to be able to make decisions out of love. Euthanasia can be the most loving action in some circumstances – e.g the person has a terminal illness, will have a poor quality of life or will suffer. • Euthanasia gives people autonomy to end suffering. We need to legalise it so that people can have dignity in death. The Bible teaches “cloth your self in compassion” which means that we need to show compassion to anyone suffering, this could be done by ending suffering. Some people do not want to become reliant on others for care, lack mobility and independence. It this circumstance the law should allow a person to choose to die. Other views: • If we accept that suffering is a part of life and we have to endure it then Euthanasia is not necessary. It should not be legalised because Christians believe that suffering has a purpose. Jesus suffered on the cross for a purpose unknown to others so we should trust in God. • Suffering brings us closer to God • All life is sacred – Euthanasia would be abused, older generations or people with terminal illnesses would feel like a burden

Answer 11

Salvation is granted to those who obey God’s laws – Euthanasia disobeys God’s law “do not murder” • Euthanasia defies God’s plan, suffering is a part of God’s plan – salvation cannot be granted to those who do not fulfil the will of God Salvation should be granted to all those who show mercy and peace to those that suffer. “blessed are the merciful...blessed are the peacemakers” – God wants us to use our freedom to end suffering and Euthanasia will end suffering for those with a poor quality of life. • Salvation is granted to those who are compassionate and understanding – letting a person die with dignity should be rewarded not punished. • “Clothe yourself in compassion”

Answer 12

Many countries across the world including the UK have failed to meet deadlines and targets to reduce pollution which could slow global warming. • Ice caps are melting still and the sea levels are rising faster than ever before • It is possibly a part of God’s plan that the planet is destroyed by humans. We can not stop God’s will. • It is too late. Disagree • God would not create a world that cannot be saved by good deeds. Christians believe that God has given humans the duty of stewardship, look after the world and preserve natural resources. It must be possible • We may not be able to save the planet completely but we can slow down global warming. Governments have made a commitment to eco-friendly policies. Everyone has an opportunity to save the planet – it is worth saving – the world has intrinsic value because it is created by God.

Answer 13

Animals suffer Global warming “Do not judge those who ea meat” Can eat if halal

Answer 14

minority of Christians believe humans were given dominion over the earth so can do what they want with it/'Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky an over every living creature that moves on the ground'(Genesis 1:28 [NIV]). Need to sustain life Most Christians and Muslims believe humans were put on the earth as stewards to look after it on behalf of God for future generations/ God put Adam into the Garden } of Eden 'to work it and take care of it' (Genesis 2:15 [NlV])/ it is wrong to destroy something that belongs to someone else (i.e. God). 􏰀 Many of the earth's natural resources are non-renewable so there is only a limited supply of them/ using them up too quickly will probably make life much harder for future generations/ this shows a lack of love and respect for others.

Answer 15

there is much scientific evidence for evolution being correct/religious beliefs originate from a time when science was not ecognised/evolution does not depend on the existence of a God whose existence cannot be proved evolution is a natural process. creatures changed to fit the environment, not placed on earth by God/if humans descended from apes (or a shared ancestor) they were not made in God’s image. evolution is a natural process/evolution was a result of chance not planned by God/creatures changed to fit the environment, not placed on earth by God/if humans descended from apes (or a shared ancestor) they were not made in God’s imag many religious scientists accept creation by God and evolution/stories in scriptures believed to be inspired by God, should be accepted or it can be seen as doubting God, e

Answer 16

many atheists and humanists would argue that there is no proof of any form of afterlife ideas of spirits etc. are just wishful thinking because people are scared of facing the reality that they are alive only for a short time there is evidence in scripture or religious texts of life after death and scripture is the ‘Word of God’ or the teaching of Gurus et in near death experiences, the soul leaves the body for a time, proving that the soul is different from the body and can live on without the b