Religion, Peace & Conflict Flashcards
Give a quote about bullying in the Bible and what it means?
‘no one can tame the tongue’ (James 3:8-10)
The power of speech can do great damage to other people so we should be very careful about what we say.
Write out the story of Cain and Abel. (Genesis)
Cain was jealous of his brother
God said ‘sin is lurking at the door… you must master it’
Cain’s angry thoughts ked to violence.
Cain plotted to kill his brother.
‘Cain rose up against his brother Abel, and killed him’
God said to ‘your brother’s blood is crying out to me from the ground’
Give the message of two quotes from the Bible on violence?
John - People need a deep feeling of wellbeing and inner calm - the peace that Jesus gives to face life’s challenges.
Matthew - You are responsible for your anger. ‘you will be liable to judgement’
Give three views on reconciliation.
Matthew - Peter asked how many times he should forgive his brother, ‘As many as seven times?’ Jesus replied, ‘seventy-seven times’.
John - ‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not let them be afraid.’
Pope Francis - He has called for reconciliation and respect between religions.
Give four quotes on forgiveness.
Luke - ‘Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.’
Matthew - ‘As many as seven times?’
Jesus replied, ‘seventy-seven times’
John - Jesus forgave Peter for denying him.
Matthew - The Lord’s Prayer says, ‘forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors’. Christians must forgive others
What are the 6 things that reconciliation brings?
Learning from the past
A more peaceful future
A respect for other people’s religions and beliefs
An opportunity to live without fear
Appreciation and acceptance of each other
A stronger relationship
Give a bible teaching on justice.
Amos - ‘Take away from me the noise of your songs; I will not listen to the melody of your harps. But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream’
Message: Creating justice is more important than ensuring worship is done correctly.
Why is injustice wrong?
People can lose their sense of self-worth and self-respect. It can deny people dignity.
Should we use violent protest to respond to injustice?
It can be controlled and chanelled into positive action, which can improve a situation as long as no people are harmed.
Why might people be against violent protest?
Most Catholics agree with the UK law that it is legitimate to protest peacefully.
They may take part in a peaceful march or procession to make their point.
Many Christians belive that violent protest is an ineffective and damaging way to create change, and may result in loss of life.
Why might people be for violent protest?
Some people may take part in protests which they accept may lead to violence, if they believe that it is the only way to get the government to take notice and end justice. Some people supported violent protests by the suffragette movement in the early twentieth century.
It could be a form of righteous anger.
Examples of Christians who have used non-violent protests?
Quakers believe that war can never be justified.
One occasion on which the Catholic Church have supported a potentially violent protest?
The Church took part in protests which became violent against the government in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2015.
Christian view on righteous anger?
They believe that it is acceptable because it can be controlled and chanelled into positive action, which can improve a situation.
Just War criteria?
It must be a just cause, e.g. self-defence
There must be a reasonable chance of winning and bringing lasting peace
Only proportional force should be used
Right intention, to do good and overcome evil
Must be started and controlled by proper authorities
It must be the last resort, having tried to solve the dispute peacefully
