Unit 8-Rights And Responsibility part 2 Flashcards
Why do some Christians not use situation ethics?
Bible is the word of God it should not be over ruled
Christians should all do the same thing
Church knows best
Cannot know all the facts
Why are human rights important to Christians?
Right to life is covered by teachings of sanctity of life
All humans made in god’s image so are equal
Christians are protected by these laws so should help protect others
Human rights ban discrimination
How can human rights cause problems for Christians?
Some are against civil partnerships which are legal in the UK
Some are against homosexuals having a family(adoption)
Some are against marrying outside their religion
RC are against women priests which is discrimination
Why is it important to vote?
People fought for the right to vote this should be respected
Change can only be brought about by the democratic process
People get to have their say e.g. On education
Whoever gets elected into power is responsible for the whole country e.g. TAXES and so it will effect everyone
Christian teachings on moral duties
1) the Golden Rule- when voting Christians should look into policies and see how they would affect others e.g. They won’t vote for a party that wanted to send asylum seekers home
2) parable of the sheep and lamb- you will be judged on how you have treated others. Christians won’t vote for a party that plans to cut benefits for the disabled
3) am I my brother’s keep- refers to when Cain killed Able. Christians have a duty to look after everyone who’s in need
What are non religious arguments for genetic engineering?
⚫️ can lead to cures for usually incurable diseases
⚫️using hybrids doesn’t involve loss of life
⚫️some countries already use it
⚫️genetic research is closely monitored
What are non religious arguments against genetic engineering?
✖️ No information on the long term effects
✖️Effects are irreversible
✖️Gives scientists too much power
✖️Treats the body simply as a commodity
What are Christian attitudes against GE?
Killing embryos is the same as killing humans (murder)
Life begins at conception whether it is in the womb or in a dish
Playing God
Goes against Gods will
It is wrong to make the Earth perfect
Curing defects that don’t cause suffering is not acceptable
Christian attitudes for GE
⚫️ for Jesus’ example he was a healer e.g. Paralysed man
⚫️ Creating cells isn’t the same as creating humans
⚫️ God gave humans the domain, they should use this to do things that don’t cause harm e.g. GM crops
⚫️ God gave humans intelligence they should use this and technology to help others
Why do Christians use situation ethics?
Founded by Joseph- should do the most loving thing in any situation.
Jesus acted in a similar way
Should do things that lead to good results
Jesus said ‘love thy neighbour’
Christianity is a religion based on love
