Unit 3 - Religious Expression

Question 1

Why is worship in special places?

Answer 1

A building designed for worship has special features to aid worship, this include
Large majestic shapes
Symbols and artefacts
Images/pictures
Open space
Music
Silence

Question 2

What is a font?

Answer 2

The baptismal font is used for christenings. It’s near the front door to symbolise becoming part of gods family through baptism

Question 3

What is the lectern?

Answer 3

This is used for reading the bible and is often shaped like an eagle to symbolise gods world being carried around the world

Question 4

What is the pulpit?

Answer 4

This is a raised platform from which the vicar will preach a sermon. It is raised so everyone can see him/her clearly and to show that the word of God is important

Question 5

What is the alter?

Answer 5

The place that symbolises God meeting hid people in bread and wine at Eucharist. It is at the front of the church, the most holy part of the sanctuary

Question 6

What are the rules of behaviour in a church?

Answer 6

• no talking during the sermon or bible readings
• no eating in the main church building
• make sure phones are turned off and men remove hats

Question 7

What’s a calligraphy?

Answer 7

Decorative writing is used in Islam because pictures of people and animals are not allowed as this is believed to be idolatry

Question 8

What is a wudu area?

Answer 8

The mosque will contain a special area to allow Muslims to carry out wudu, special ritual washing, before they pray

Question 9

What is the minbar?

Answer 9

A raised platform for the imam to lead prayers from

Question 10

What is a minaret?

Answer 10

This is a tall tower. Many mosques throughout the world use the minaret to broadcast the call to prayer

Question 11

What are the rules of behaviour in a mosque?

Answer 11

• it’s important to show respect when attending the mosque
• take off shoes before entering so as not to take dirt into a sacred place
• men and women sit separately
• wudu must be preformed before prayers
• people face towards Mecca when praying

Question 12

What happens in a mosque during the week?

Answer 12

• children have Arabic classes so they can learn to read the qu’ran
• there are prayers every Friday
• weddings, funerals, special services and private devotions take place when necessary

Question 13

What does conversion mean?

Answer 13

Changing from one faith to another

Question 14

What does evangelism mean?

Answer 14

Telling other people about your faith

Question 15

What does mission mean?

Answer 15

Going out in your neighbour or even abroad to tell others about your faith

Question 16

Arguments for ‘is it right for people to share their faith with others’

Answer 16

• it’s only through people sharing faith that others hear about it and have the chance to respond
• believers might feel they are letting God down if they do not share their faith
• sharing your beliefs helps develop understanding between people

Question 17

Arguments against ‘is it right for people to share their faith with others’

Answer 17

• faith is personal and should not be forced on other people
• if someone wants to find out about religion there are lots of ways they can do that without someone telling them eg Internet
• they might pressure on a person to convert their faith

Question 18

What are arguments for interfaith dialogue is a waste of time

Answer 18

• Christians want people to become Christian or Muslim want people to become Muslims so their differences are too great and they will never agree with each other
• faith is often the cause of problems rather than the solution eg Northern Ireland
• when it comes down to the key points eg how could you get to heaven different faiths cannot agree so no real process is made

Question 19

What are arguments against interfaith dialogue is a waste of time

Answer 19

• many different faiths have a lot in common eg desire to care for the poor and needy. Dialogue (talks) could help them do this and they could achieve so much more together
• Islam and Christianity have a similar moral code. In today’s society which is increasingly secular (non religious), faith groups need to work together to lobby parliament eg issue of euthanasia
• talks between key religious leaders can help prevent racial tensions and unrest. This was seen after the 7/7 bombings

Question 20

What does faith mean?

Answer 20

To have trust or confidence

Question 21

What does symbol mean?

Answer 21

To represent am idea through an image or action

Question 22

What does authority mean?

Answer 22

Someone that has power over others

Question 23

What do Christians believe about symbols?

Answer 23

• Christians can choose whether or not to wear special clothes or symbols
• some wear a symbol eg across or fish to show other people which religion they belong to and therefore as a way of sharing their faith
• church leaders may wear special cloths because it helps church goers to have faith in their leaders judgment
• priests wear robes to conduct ceremonies because it shows that they have gods authority to do it eg when taking a Eucharist
• symbols and robes help to remind people that the occasion is holy and they are in a holy peace

Question 24

What do Islam believe about symbols?

Answer 24

• many Muslims show their commitment to their faith by wearing special clothe s
• free flowing clothing for men and women is seen to be modest. Islam teaches against wearing tight fitting clothing
• special clothing is worn for prayer. Women will wear a hijab. Men will wear a hat
• when Muslims go in pilgrimage they wear the ihram (2 white unsewn sheets) to show that everyone is equal before allah

Question 25

What is CARFOD?

Answer 25

The believe all humans have a dignity and respect. The worlds resources should be shared equally and humanity should respond to suffering with compassion . They are motivated by the teaching in the bible, esp. To love your neighbour

Question 26

What are examples of CARFOD

Answer 26

- HIV and AIDS - they educate people to prevent the spread of the disease. AIDS is a major cause of death in developing countries - when natural disasters hit they provide shelter, food, medicines, mosquito net, drinking water etc

Question 27

What is Islamic relief?

Answer 27

This charity works internationally to alleviate suffering. They believe Muslims should put their faith into action following the teachings of the Quran and the exams,e of the prophet Mohammed. "Whoever goes to sleep on a full stomach while his neighbour goes hungry is not one of us" prophet Mohammed

Question 28

Give an example of Islamic relief?

Answer 28

Promote sustainable development through programmes in education, health and nutrition, water, sanitation and income generation

Question 29

What are arguments against capital punishment

Answer 29

- murder is always wrong and against goes teachings - two wrongs don't make a right - if you make a mistake you can't put it right - capital punishment leaves no room for the criminal to be reformed or make amends fir what they have done

Question 30

What are arguments for capital punishment?

Answer 30

- the person cannot be let out of prison early to reoffend - it is only real deterrent to stop the worst crimes - if you can take a life, why should you be allowed to continue living - it gives the victims family a sense that justice has been done

Question 31

What do Christian believe about capital punishment?

Answer 31

- generally against capital punishment because of teachings such as the Ten Commandments - capital punishments does not allow for the Criminal to be reformed - Jesus taught compassion, not revenge - however the Old Testament taught eye for an eye this means that some Christians would argue in favour of capital punishment and the ultimate protection of Society

Question 32

What do Islam believe about capital punishment?

Answer 32

- two crimes are seen seriously enough for the death penalty. These are murders and openly attacking Islam - In the Quran Muslims are forbidden to take a life because Allah has created it, accept for just cause - in Islam the victims family has the right to pardon the offender

Question 33

Who is the prophet Mohammed?-

Answer 33

- the prophet Mohammed was born in 570CE in Mecca where there were many corrupt practices happening - as a young man he showed concern for justice by becoming a member of a group to protect the safety rights of strangers - after the revelation of the Quran to the prophet, there are many examples of him speaking out against corrupt practices eg he showed respect for women amd disagreed with the killing of female babies which was common in his day

Question 34

What issue cause conflict between religions?

Answer 34

- euthanasia - homosexuality - sex before marriage - corruption and justice

Question 35

What do Christians believe when secular amd religious meet?

Answer 35

The Church of England is the established church. It has the queen as the head of the church amd it has rights within the British society - religious weddings are recognised by the state as legal - many non religious people will still have a Christian funeral service - bishops vote in the House of Lords - the queen helps select the Archbishop of Canterbury

Question 36

What Muslims think about when secular and religious meet?

Answer 36

- In this country there is little link the state with Islam. However, some countries are called Islamic state. In these countries Islamic law is exercised - Iran is an Islamic state. Shariah law is based on the Quran and the sunnah

Question 37

Who is Oscar Romero?

Answer 37

- Oscar Romero was ordained as a priest in the Catholic Church in 1942 - he became archbishop of El Salvador - in the 1960s there was a lot of crime amd corruption in El Salvador. Some people were very wealthy but most were very poor. Originally he decided not to speak out against the corruption he was - then his friend was murdered, so he decided he had to speak out. He held meetings that were banned by the government - after many threats oscar was killed by government soldiers who burst into the cathedral and shot him while he was celebrating communion on March 24th