Unit 3- Lesson 5: Forgiveness

Question 1

Christian views on forgiveness- What do Christians think on the idea of forgiveness?

Answer 1

All Christian’s believe in the idea of forgiveness and Christianity is commonly known as the religion of forgiveness.

Question 2

Christian views on forgiveness- State a quote by Jesus that suggests there’s no limit to forgiveness.

Answer 2

(You should forgive) ‘not seven times but seventy seven’ Matthew 18:22

Question 3

Christian views on forgiveness- State the quote Jesus said as he was dying on the cross.

Answer 3

‘Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.’ Luke 23:35

Question 4

Catholic views on confession- How do catholics believe we can achieve forgiveness?

Answer 4

Through confession and religious acts.

Question 5

Muslim views on forgiveness- What two types of forgiveness do Muslims believe in?

Answer 5

-Forgiveness from Allah (Allah is merciful & compassionate if a Muslim if truly sorry for their sins he will forgive them)
-Forgiveness from each other

Question 6

Muslim views on forgiveness- State a quote that demonstrates Allah’s forgiveness.

Answer 6

‘Allah forgives those who turn unto him in repentance’ Quran

Question 7

Muslim views on forgiveness- What is a way for Muslims to repent for their sins?

Answer 7

Hajj- on the second day they have a chance to pray for forgiveness just like prophet Adam did

Question 8

Muslim views on forgiveness- What should a Muslim do what they have wronged someone?

Answer 8

Ask forgiveness from the victim and then from Allah.

Question 9

Muslim views on forgiveness- Are Muslims required to forgive someone?

Answer 9

Nope. However if they do they will be rewarded in the afterlife

Question 10

Muslim views on forgiveness- Who can only forgive sins?

Answer 10

Allah