Religious Attitudes Towards Using Wealth Flashcards
What does the Bible teach about wealth?
The Bible teaches that wealth is a blessing from God.
(1 Chronicles 29:12)
What dangers are associated with wealth according to the Bible?
Wealth is associated with dangers like greed and selfishness.
‘For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evil.’ (1 Timothy 6:10)
What did Jesus say about focusing on wealth?
Jesus taught that focusing on wealth can lead to ignoring God and neglecting spiritual life.
‘You cannot serve both God and money.’ (Matthew 6:24)
What is important for Buddhists regarding wealth?
For Buddhists, what matters is not how wealthy someone is but how they got their money, their attitude towards it, and what they do with it.
How do monks and nuns traditionally live in Buddhism?
Traditionally, monks and nuns live a simple life with little or no money.
What does letting go of wealth represent in Buddhism?
Letting go of wealth is a way of overcoming attachment, which is a spiritual obstacle.
What do ordinary Buddhists need to do regarding livelihood?
Ordinary Buddhists need to earn their livelihood while following ethical precepts.
What did the Buddha teach about happiness and wealth?
The Buddha taught that happiness is not achieved through craving and accumulating wealth but through enlightenment.
‘By action, knowledge and Dhamma, by virtue and noble way of life –By these are mortals purified, not by lineage or wealth.’ (The Buddha in the Majjhima Nikaya, vol. 3, p. 262)
