Section 3 - Marriage and the family Flashcards
Name the 5 types of family:
Nuclear Re-constituted Same-see Single-parent Extended
What does the bible teach about sex outside marriage? (Give 4 reasons)
Casual relationships are wrong.
Sex is special.
Adultery is forbidden.
Married couples should be faithful.
Why do some Christians feel that pre-marital sex is acceptable? (Give 3 reasons)
If the couple love each other.
They are committed.
They intend to get married.
Why do other Christians believe cohabitation is acceptable? (Give 2 reasons)
It helps couples find out if they are well suited to each other.
It is a step towards marriage.
What does Islam teach about sex outside marriage? (Give 5 reasons)
Sex is special. Adultery is a sin. Shouldn't act in a sexual manner. Procreation is purpose of sex. Need to love Allah.
Why should all Muslims marry? (Give 5 reasons)
Mohammed was married. Allah's intention. Sexual desire is a gift. Sex should be for marriage only. Marriage brings blessing.
What are the 3 most common reasons for divorce?
Adultery
Unreasonable behaviour.
Desertion.
Why do most Muslims accept divorce? (Give 4 reasons)
Marriage is a contract.
Qur’an allows divorce.
Islam has rules for divorce.
Family is important for Muslims.
Why is family life important to Christians? (Give 4 reasons)
Brought up in a loving family.
Teaches to honour and respect.
Introduced to church.
Church is seen as family.
Why do some Christians believe that homosexuality is wrong?
Intended to be between a man and woman.
Cannot have children.
Undermine family unit.
Bible teaches that homosexuality is wrong.
Why are other Christians more tolerant of homosexuality?
Perfectly natural.
Bless a civil partnership.
Demonstrate feelings of love.
Jesus taught to ‘love thy neighbour’.
Why have attitudes towards marriage and the family in the UK changed? (Give 5 reasons)
Now a multi-faith and multi-ethnic society. More tolerant of difference. Less focus on Christian teachings. Church has less influence. Decline in traditional family values. More equality between men and women.
What do some Christians believe about contraception? (Give 4 reasons)
Every sexual act should be open to the possibility of children.
Purpose of marriage is to procreate.
Sex is a gift from God.
May encourage promiscuity.
What do other Christians believe about contraception? (Give 4 reasons)
Not a sin
Helps family planning
Times of financial difficulty
Sex not just for procreation
Why do Muslims agree to contraception?
Preserve life of mother. Support the withdrawal method. Economic reasons. Acceptable for married couples. Consent to type of contraception.
