Stewardship Flashcards
(7 cards)
What do Christians believe about ruling over nature?
Christians teach that God told us to ‘Rule over the fish in the sea’, indicating that rulers should rule fairly and respectfully over their subjects.
This reflects the concept of stewardship.
What does the Christian Bible say about humans and the garden?
The Christian Bible states that God put man in the garden to care for it, suggesting that people should care for everything in the world.
This emphasizes the principle of stewardship.
What does it mean that God looked at the earth and saw it was good?
It means that the world is good and should be looked after, reinforcing the idea of stewardship in Christianity.
This indicates a responsibility towards the environment.
What does it mean that humans were made in the image of God in Christianity?
It means that humans are God’s creation, just like the earth, and should look after the earth as good stewards.
This highlights the connection between humanity and the environment.
What is the Buddhist teaching of Assisi?
Assist teaches that humans should create safe havens for nature and animals, promoting respect for the environment.
This reflects the concept of stewardship in Buddhism.
What does the Buddhist teaching of Ahimsa signify?
Ahimsa teaches that humans should not harm nature, emphasizing the role of good stewards.
This principle encourages non-violence towards all living beings.
What does the Buddhist teaching of Metta mean?
Metta means to show kindness and compassion to everything, indicating that everything is special and worth protecting.
This reinforces the idea of stewardship in Buddhism.
