Theme B: Religion and Life Flashcards
1
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Genesis quote about command to rule over nature
A
“I give you domonion..
“Rule over…”
2
Q
What are the 2 interpretations of ruling nature?
A
- Stewardship
- Dominion
3
Q
Stewardship
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- with rulership comes responsibilities like being a caring, protective ruler
- We can use natures resources but with responsibility
- as part of our duty as rulers, we must protect Gods creation
4
Q
What does the Quran say about humans?
A
“Khalifah” meaning ruler (Quran)
5
Q
What is dominion?
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- Humans are in charge of nature and can do as we please
- we can exploit nature and take what we need eg excessive moning, deforestation, pollution
6
Q
Quotes on stewarship Christianity
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- “take care of it” (Genesis)
- “The Earth is the Lord’s and everything in it” (Pslams)
- “people are responsible for the future of the planet” Pope John Paul II
7
Q
Quotes from Islam about the world
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- “The world is green and beautiful, and Allah has appointed you His stewards over it” (Hadith)
- “Eat and drink from the provision of Allah, and do not commit abuse on the earth” (Quran)
8
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Quotes from Sikhism about the world
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- “Air is the guru, water the father, and the earth is the great mother” (GGS)
- “Air, water, earth and sky - the Lord has made these His home and temple” GGS)
9
Q
What can a belief in dominion influence a believer to?
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- justify medical experimentation
- see all animals as created for the benefit of humanity
- justify battery farming of animals
- justify mining, drilling for oil, deforestation
10
Q
What can a belief in stewardship influence a believer to?
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- care for animals, veg and vegan
- be against medical experimentation on animals
- care for environment, recycling, reducing carbon footprint
11
Q
What is reverential respect?
A
an amazement at the beauty, power + complexity of the natural world
Religious people will thank and praise the Creator for his work
