Stewardship Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Christian view on stewardship?
A
- “You made them rulers over the works of your hands”
- humans should rule over nature, with the right to use natural resources as they wish
2
Q
What is the Muslim view on stewardship?
A
`“Allah has appointed you His stewards over it” - Prophet Muhammad
- humans are khalifahs with responsibility to care for environment and use resources sustainably
3
Q
What is the Humanist view on stewardship?
A
- “We should be bound by the laws of humanity to give gentle usage to these creatures.”
- Take care of the earth not b/c God has placed us here for that purpose