Religion And Conflict definitions

Question 1

Conscience

Answer 1

An inner voice that differentiates between right and wrong and allows one to stay on the right track

Question 2

Interfaith dialogue.

Answer 2

Exploring common ground between different faith groups,

e.g creation stories

Question 3

Conflict.

Answer 3

Clashes and breakdown of relationship

Question 4

Just war

Answer 4

A war undertaken to protect the innocent or those being violated.

> it is usually a last resort and must be justified according to agree conditions.

Question 5

Pacifism

Answer 5

The belief that any form of war is wrong, thus avoiding any form of harm and violence towards others.

Question 6

Reconciliation

Answer 6

Making up after a dispute. Religions teach about forgiveness because it leads to progress and a solution.

Question 7

Suffering

Answer 7

The bearing or undergoing of pain or distress, demonstrating endurance.

Question 8

What is a non-religious organisation promoting peace?

Answer 8

> the U.N

> created in 1945 after WW2,
- association of nations aiming to achieve international security and peace

• encourages nations to think globally, not nationally.
• develops friendly relationships between countries