Relationships and Families

GCSE AQA Religious Studies

define heterosexuality

a person who is physically/sexually attracted to people of the opposite sex or gender

define homosexuality

a person who is physically/sexually attracted to people of the same sex or gender

What are sexual relationships outsisde of marriage

having sex when you are not legally married

what is contraception

the methods used to prevent pregnancy

what is marriage

a legally and socially recognized union between two people

define cohabitation

a couple living together in a committed, sexually intimate relationship without being legally married or in a civil partnership

what is divorce

the legal ending of a marriage

what is remarriage

the legal act of marrying again, following a previous divorce or the death of a spouse

What is the sanctity of marriage

the belief that marriage is a holy, sacred gift created by God

what is an extended family

a family unit that extends beyond the immediate (nuclear) family

what is a nuclear family

the "traditional" or standard family unit

what is procreation

the biological process of creating new life (having children) through sexual reproduction

what are same sex parents

this is when people of the same sex raise children together

what is polygamy

having more than one wife

what is gender equality

belief that all genders have equal status and value so discrimination is wrong

what is gender prejudice

negative thoughts, feelings, or beliefs about a person based on gender

what is gender discrimination

acting on prejudices against someone because of their gender

what are beliefs against homosexual relationships in christianity

In the Bible, it says, "Be fruitful and multiply." Therefore, having same sex relationships means that you are going against the plan of god

Also, in the Bible, it says, "Do not lie with a man as with a woman." This also suggests that homosexual acts are wrong because it goes against the infallible word of god

What are the beliefs against homosexual relationships in Islam

in the quran it says do not abandon the wives god has created for you. This shows that god has planned for hetrosexula relations and anyother realtionships goes againstt the will of god

what are beliefs supporting homosexual relationships in christianity

In liberal Christianity, they judge a relationship by the quality, not the gender

Joseph Fletcher said, Do the most loving thing, therfore christians who follow this may accept homosexual relationships

The Pope said, Who am I to judge this shows that catholics shouldn’t judge people and respect their free will

What are the beliefs against contraception in Christianity

in the Bible, it says be fruitful and multiply. Christians believe they are commanded to procreate; using contraception would go against God’s plan

The pope said every sexual act must remain open to the transmission of life, showing that contraception goes against the purpose of sex

What are the beliefs against contraception in islam

in the quran it says that do not kill your children fro fear of poverty this shows that using contraception shows that you do not trust god to provide for you which would be wrong

What are the beliefs supporting contraception in Christianity

In the church of England, it says contraception can be used in the light of Christianity principle showinng this allows contaception to plan your family

joesph fletcher also said that you should do the most loving thing therfore using contraception would be allowed if you can’t afford to care for more children

What are the beliefs supporting contraception in islam

In the Quran, it says that god wishes to lighten your burden, which shows that if you can’t afford another child, you can use contraception

What are the beliefs against sex outside of marriage in Christianity

in the bible it says it is better to marry than burn with passion. this shows that sex before marriage is wrong as it encourages lust rather than love.

What are the beliefs against sex outside of marriage in islam

in the quran it says remain chaste until marriage this is beacause sex within marraige is considered a blessing but outside of marriage it is a sexual sin. you should not have sex until you are married

What are the beliefs supporting sex outside of marriage in Christianity

Joseph Fletcher said to do the most loving thing; therefore, if you are expressing love in a relationship, having sex outside of marriage is okay, as it is a loving thing.

In the bible is says to submit to the governing authorities. This shows that sex outside of marriage is legal, it is fine as long as it doesn’t cause harm

What are the beliefs against cohabitation in Christianity

In the Bible, it says it is better to marry than to burn with passion. This shows that you should wait until marriage before living together.

In the Bible, it says that you should flee from sexual immorality. This shows that cohabitation can lead to sex outside of marriage, which, to most Christians, is seen as wrong

What are the beliefs against cohabitation in islam

in the quran it says stay chaste until marriage. this shows that cohabitation is wrong as cohabitation can lead to sex outside of marriage

What are the beliefs supporting cohabitation in christianity

Joseph Fletcher said to do the most loving thing, which means he would agree with cohabitation, and it could be a way of showing commitment

The Church of England says a trial run before marriage. This shows that they allow cohabitation when the couple intend to marry

what are beliefs about adultery in christianity

In the Ten Commandments, it says that you should not commit adultery. It is not allowed, as it causes harm to families and breaks the vows you made.

It also says in the bible adulters will not inherit the kingdom of God, showing that if you commit adultery, you will not go to heaven

what are beliefs about adultery in islam

in the Quran, it says that adultery is an outrage and an evil path. This shows it is a major sin, and it also breaks trust and goes against god’s plan

in christianity what is the nature and purpose of marriage

In Christianity, when you marry in the Bible, it says you become one flesh, showing that it is committed and it is lifelong

to have sexual relationships as it is a physical expression of love and it says that it is better to marry than to burn with passion

in islam what is the nature and purpose of marriage

in the quran it says they are like garments for one another. this shows that marriage is based on love, care and support and they will work together to build a family.

in the quarans it also says marry those among you who are single showing marriage is encouraged as it helps individuals remain chaste and completes half of your religion ( hadith )

what are beliefs against divorce in christianity

In Christianity part of the marriage ceremony, they vow death do us part showing that the only way to end a marriage is through death. This shows that any other way will not be valid

In the Bible, it also says that what god has joined together let no one sepertae this shows that no one can separate a married couple; therefore, marriage is wrong

what are beliefs that are supporting divorce in chritianity

The Church of England said that regrettably, some marriages do fail. If the relationship has broken down and you can’t reconcile, then divorce is allowed as it is the best thing to do

what are beliefs that are supporting divorce in islam

in islam, the hadith says that divorce is the most detestable of all lawful things. This shows that divorce can only be the last result after reconciliation has failed and a cooling of period.

in christianity, what is the nature and purpose of families

In the Bible, it says be fruitful and multiply, showing that you should procreate and raise them within the family, as it is the best way to raise them

In the Bible it also says that bring up your children in the training and instruction of the lord showing that families need to teach their hildren the word of god and raise them within the religion

in islam, what is the nature and purpose of families

In the hadith, it says that you should perfect their manners. This shows that the family is the central place to raise children with Islamic values

In the quran it also says to do good to your parents, so it shows that the children must respect their parents and be grateful towards them

what are beliefs about inequality in christianity

In the Bible, women should remain silent in churches. This shows that men are meant to be leaders and women should just listen.

In the Bible it also says that male and female he created them. This shows that men and women have different roles, with men being leaders and women focusing on nurturing

what are beliefs about equality in christianity

In the Bible, there is neither male nor female … for you are all one in Christ. This shows that all people are equal spiritually. Everyone is made in the image of God. This also shows that everyone is equal

what are beliefs about equality in islam

In the hadith, it says people are equal, like the teeth of a comb. This shows everyone is equal in the eyes of god. While they have different roles, they are still equal

in the Quran. It says that we have promised believers, male and female, gardens graced with flowing streams. This shows that both are spiritually equal on the day of judgment