Issues of Good and Evil Key Concepts

Question 1

Good

Answer 1

That which is considered morally right, beneficial and to our advantage.

Question 2

Evil

Answer 2

That which is considered extremely immoral, wicked and wrong.

Question 3

Forgiveness

Answer 3

• To grant pardon for a wrong doing.
• To give up resentment and the desire to seek revenge against the wrongdoer.

Question 4

Free Will

Answer 4

• The ability to make choices voluntarily and independently.
• The belief that nothing is predetermined.

Question 5

Justice

Answer 5

Fairness; where everyone has equal provisions and opportunity.

Question 6

Morality

Answer 6

Principles and standards determining which actions are right or wrong.

Question 7

Punishment

Answer 7

A penalty given to someone for a crime or wrong they have done.

Question 8

Sin

Answer 8

Deliberate immoral action, breaking a religious or moral law.

Question 9

Suffering

Answer 9

• Pain or distress caused by injury, illness or loss.
• Suffering can be physical, emotional/psychological or spiritual.