Theme E

What are religious views on crime?

Christianity: Crime is wrong, goes against God's will. Islam: Crime disrupts peace and breaks Shari’ah.

What are reasons people commit crimes?

Poverty, upbringing, addiction, greed, mental illness, hate.

What are the types of crime?

Hate crime, theft, murder, etc. All condemned by religions.

What are Christian attitudes to lawbreakers?

Punishment should be just, but also focus on reform and forgiveness.

What is the Islamic view of punishment?

Aims to protect society and give justice. Includes deterrence and reformation.

What are the aims of punishment?

Deterrence, protection, retribution, reformation, vindication.

What is forgiveness in Christianity?

Central to the faith; Jesus taught to forgive 70x7 (Matthew 18:21-22).

What is forgiveness in Islam?

Forgiveness is a quality of Allah; humans should also forgive.

What are Christian views on the death penalty?

Some support for retribution, others oppose due to sanctity of life and Jesus’ teachings.

What is the Islamic view on the death penalty?

Allowed for serious crimes like murder or apostasy under strict conditions, but forgiveness is encouraged.

What are religious views on suffering?

Suffering can test faith; believers encouraged to help those who suffer.

How should criminals be treated?

Christianity: With justice, compassion, and a chance to reform. Islam: Fairly, with rights respected.