Religion and Peace Task 3 Flashcards
Introduction quotes
“Love one another as I have loved you” – John
“Allah is the source of peace” – Qur’an
New testament:
deeply concerned with peace between God and his people
Qur’an and Hadith:
Source of peace teachings. Obtain inner peace by submission to Allah in order to achieve world peace.
INNER PEACE
Meditation:
Clear’s the mind as preparation for God’s inspiration,
TEACHING
Pacifism:
Teaches Christians to live peacefully and with non-violence, in opposition to all war and conflict.
ORGANISATION
Christian peace teams:
Supports defenceless communities. Created multi faith and spiritual network to protect human rights
CHRISTIANITY BODY PARA QUOTES
“Be still and know that I am God” – Psalms
“Love your enemies” – Matthew
example, e.g. short readings in maize prayer
“love one another as I have loved you” – John
INNER PEACE
Taize prayer:
Evening prayer for all Christian faiths
How does taize prayer achieve agape love?
As God can hear you during prayer, thus strengthen relationship
TEACHING
Agape Love:
Encompasses the Golden rule of ‘love of God’ and ‘love of neighbour’. Teaches unconditional love
ORGANISATION
Agape Outreach Inc:
Provide necessities, love and support to those struggling. They provide e.g. food and basic life skills training
INNER
Friday prayer:
Spend time dedicating yourself to Allah through spiritual connection, where you can review your week.
TEACHING
Love of Ummah:
Muslims cannot submit fully to Allah without considering needs of others. All individuals care for each other = peace
ORGANISATION
Jasla Salana Convention:
used to promote world peace through unity of the community. Involves 3 day lecture regarding promotion of peace. Links to first pillar of Shahadah = oneness with God
ISLAM BODY PARA QUOTES
“When Friday comes the angles sit at the door of the mosque” – Abu Hura
“peace among believers”- Surah
“Give a great reward” – Qur’an
“God commands justice” – Qur’an
