Themes Flashcards
(21 cards)
Abuse of world(2)
‘The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.
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‘God made the world and gave the duty of
stewardship to humans.
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Animals- islam
Be kind to animals- Hadith
Animals- Christianity
“The righteous care for the needs of their animals.”
Theme b- Christian, creation 4
“God made the world and it was good.”
— Genesis 1
“Rule over the fish… birds… and every living creature.”
— Genesis 1:28
(Used to discuss stewardship or dominion)
“The righteous care for the needs of their animals.”
— Proverbs 12:10
“Love your neighbour as yourself.”
— Mark 12:31
(Can apply to care for all creation)
Theme b -Islam creation 4
“All animals are communities like you.”
— Qur’an 6:38
“Whoever is kind to the creatures of God is kind to himself.”
— Hadith
“It is He who has made you successors on the Earth.”
— Qur’an 6:165
(Shows humans have responsibility)
“Do not waste water, even if by a flowing river.”
— Hadith
(Teaches environmental care)
Theme d- Christianity 5
“Blessed are the peacemakers.”
— Matthew 5:9
“Love your enemies.”
— Matthew 5:44
“Do not kill.”
— Exodus 20:13
(One of the Ten Commandments)
“Put your sword back in its place… all who draw the sword will die by the sword.”
— Matthew 26:52
“If it is possible… live at peace with everyone.”
— Romans 12:18
Theme d- Islam 5
“Do not kill each other, for God is merciful to you.”
— Qur’an 4:29
“Fight in the cause of God those who fight you, but do not go beyond the limits.”
— Qur’an 2:190
(Used for Just War Theory)
“If they incline towards peace, you must also incline towards it.”
— Qur’an 8:61
“Do not take life, which God has made sacred.”
— Qur’an 6:151
“God does not like aggressors.”
— Qur’an 2:190
Theme e- Christianity 5
“Do not steal.” – Exodus 20:15
“Love your neighbour as yourself.” – Mark 12:31
“Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.” – The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:12)
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” – Matthew 7:1
“Anyone who does not do what is right is not God’s child.” – 1 John 3:10
Theme e- Islam 5
“God commands justice and doing good.” – Qur’an 16:90
“Cut off the hand of the thief… as punishment from Allah.” – Qur’an 5:38
(Used in Sharia law discussions)
“Do not take life, which God has made sacred, except by right.” – Qur’an 6:151
“Pardon each other’s faults and God will grant you honour.” – Hadith
“The punishment should match the crime.” – Qur’an 2:194
Theme f- Christianity 5
“There is neither Jew nor Gentile… for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:28
“Love your neighbour as yourself.” – Mark 12:31
“Defend the rights of the poor and needy.” – Proverbs 31:9
“Faith without action is dead.” – James 2:17
“God created mankind in his own image.” – Genesis 1:27
Theme f- Islam
“All people are as equal as the teeth of a comb.” – Hadith
“Whoever saves a life, it is as if they have saved all of mankind.” – Qur’an 5:32
“Be just: that is nearer to righteousness.” – Qur’an 5:8
“Give zakah.” – Qur’an 2:110
(Zakah = charity, social justice)
“No Arab has superiority over a non-Arab, and no white has superiority over black.” – Farewell Sermon of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
What do Christians believe about creation?
God created the world in 6 days – Genesis
What do Muslims believe about creation?
Allah created the world in 6 phases; He is the Creator.
What is stewardship?
Responsibility to care for the Earth (Christianity: “dominion” and “stewardship”; Islam: khalifah).
What’s the Christian view on abortion?
Generally opposed – life is sacred (“sanctity of life”).
What’s the Islamic view?
Generally haram (forbidden), but some allow before 120 days in extreme cases.
What is a Just War?
War fought for the right reasons under certain rules (e.g. last resort, just cause).
Name 3 aims of punishment.
Deterrence, Retribution, Reform
Death Penalty
Christian View
Some agree (Old Testament), others oppose (Jesus taught forgiveness).
Islamic View death penalty
Allowed in Sharia law for serious crimes, but must follow strict rules.
