The Environment Flashcards
Christian’s believe that
God created the world and everything in it
Christians believe that God created humans in
His image
Psalm 8:6 states that
Humans were appointed rulers
One instruction the Jews were given
Not to plant the same crop in a field ever year but to rest the land
What term describes human responsibility in looking after the planet
Stewardship
What is stewardship
To care for the earth and look after it for future generations.
What do christians believe is the ultime reason for problems in the world
Sin
Christians believe that humans have
A duty to preserve the earth until Jesus returns
Genesis 1:26-28 explains how
God made everything but with humans ‘he put them in charge’
Psalm 8:6
Humans were appointed rulers
The Church emphasises
Human responsibility towards our planet
The Roman Catholic Church emphasises how
Our actions have consequences to others and our earth
By 2025 2/3 of the world will face a
Shortage of water
Energy sources will also be a problem as
Non renewable sources such as coal and oil will run out within 40 years.
List some threats to the planet
Air, water and soil pollution
Factory chemicals
Waste
Gases like CFCs
Every year there is enough waste to
Fill the whole country
Landfills release
Dangerous gases and liquids
Morally acceptable animals to eat
Pigs
Cows
Chicken
Fish
Not morally acceptable animals
Dog
Cat
People who believe that it is wrong to eat animals
Vegetarians
How long is the jail sentence for someone who mistreats an animal
51 weeks
What is the largest fine for mistreating an animal
20000 pounds
What do animals activists do
Campaign against animals that are kept in inappropriate environments, if they are not being treated well or if they are being experimented on
What do Animal extremists do
May damage property belonging to groups that experiment or use animals inappropriately. They may stage protests, release animals from captivity, send threatening letters or phone calls or assault people they see as opposition to their campaign.
What must an owner provide for their pet
Food and water
Veterinary treatment
An appropriate environment to live in
Hunting is illegal in
England
Scotland
Wales
