Themes - Crime and Punishment Flashcards

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crime

crime and punishment

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an offence / action punishable by law (such as stealing and murder)

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punishment

crime and punishment

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something legally done to somebody as a result of being found guilty by breaking the law.

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evil (actions)

crime and punishment

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  • the opposite of good, a force or the personificationvof a negative power that is seen in many traditions as destructive and against God.
  • evil actions cause suffering, injury, death ect. Often evil but not exclusivly
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civil law

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  • conerns disputes between private individuals or groups
  • such as: divorce, disputes with landlords, and wills.
  • usally through small claims courts
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actions against evil - quote

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‘you have heard it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder’ and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment’

bible

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utilitarians

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  • judge actions based on their consequences (how much pleasure vs suffering they cause)
  • an action with bad intentions but good consequence sin a good action
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