Social Injustice Flashcards
Define social justice
The belief that people should be treated fairly and with respect in a society.
Define justice
Fairness in society and the world.
Define social injustice
Where people may be denied rights as a consequence of poverty or discrimination.
What are social justice and injustice?
Social justice is the belief that people should be treated fairly and with respect in a society, that they all should have equal access to housing, education, education and have the same human rights. Social injustice is where they may be denied those rights as a consequence of poverty or discrimination.
What do Christians believe about justice in the world?
They believe the world we love in often lacks justice and many people are not treated fairly due to race, religion, sex, sexuality, wealth or class. Christians point to sin as the reason why there are so many examples of a lack of social justice. Sin is rebellion against god, the deliberate choosing of ways of behaviour that are selfish and liable to hurt the person doing them and the people around them. God created all people and all people should be treated equally.
What does the christ’s crucifixion teach?
The christ’s crucifixion is a reminder of the consequence of sin and many believe that christ’s death paid the price of sin, which had cut off human beings from god and each other.
What quote supports social justice?
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, salve nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”
What does the New Testament teach about justice?
Justice is one of the most important aspects of Jesus’ teachings. Some Christians believe there will only be a just society if people try to live by the code of love and forgiveness.
What quote supports enforcing social justice?
Paul wrote: “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink… Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
