RE Part b Theme 2

Good

That which is considered morally right, or beneficial to our advantage 

Evil

That which is considered extremely immoral, wicked and wrong

Forgiveness

To grant pardon for a wrongdoing; to give up resentment and the desire to seek revenge against a wrongdoer

Free will 

The ability to make choices (particularly moral choices) voluntarily and independently. The belief that nothing is pre-determined

Justice 

Fairness; where everyone has equal provisions and equality of opportunity and receives what they are due

Morality

Principle and standards determining which actions are right and wrong

Pacifism

The belief that war and violence are unjustifiable

Conscience

A person’s moral sense of right and wrong. Religious people may believe that the conscience is their inner guidance from God

Suffering

Pain or distress caused by injury. Illness or loss. Suffering can be physical, emotional/psychological or spiritual.