Religion, Peace and Conflict- Reconcillation/ Supporting Victims of War Flashcards
What is reconciliation?
The idea of bringing two sides of a conflict together to resolve issues and live in peace.
Who would try to promote reconciliation between nations?
Quakers Christian’s - they are pacifists (against all violence).
Name a Christian organisation that supports victims of war.
Christian aid.
How do Christian Aid support victims of war?
- Provides relief (food/water/shelter/medical aid)
- Raises funding and awareness for victims of war
- Works to reconstruct communities that have been devastated by war
Name a Buddhist organisation that supports victims of war.
The Buddhist Peace Fellowship
How does the Buddhist Peace Fellowship support victims of war?
- Raises awareness of issues
- Helps to bring peace back to an area
- Provides relief (food/water/shelter/medical aid)
How do religious believers help support victims of war?
By working for/ donating to an organisation that helps victims of war.
Why is reconciliation significant to Buddhist’s?
Buddhist teachings stress the importance of letting go blame and resentment as these contribute to creating dukkha.
Why do Christian’s support victims of war?
Jesus taught people to ”love thy neighbour as yourself”.
In the parable of the Good Samaritan Jesus taught that everyone is everybody else’s neighbour regardless of race, age, gender or religion.
Why do Buddhist’s support victims of war?
Buddhist’s believe all suffering should be stopped. Many believe victims of war need psychological help and spiritual in addition to basic necessities for survival.
