RS Quiz Qs: Violent Protests and terrorism

What is a protest?

A statement or action expressing an objection to a situation

What did MLK Jr teach his congregation about responding to violence?

To not respond with more violence but with pacifism

What Christian teaching supports what MLK preached?

“Turn to them the other cheek also”

Provide an example in the Bible of where Jesus protested. What did he do - support with scripture

In the temple when he saw the market - “My house shall be a house of prayer, but you have made it into a den of thieves”

What is the Muslim perspective towards violent protests? Explain why they hold this view.

Largely against it, people should protest peacefully - although should stand up against injustices - “he who takes a life, it is as if he has killed all of mankind”

Why are religious believers against terrorism?

The terrible death and violence which goes against sacred teachings

Explain why the IRA is seen as an example of a terrorist group?

Deliberate violence and killing for political charge

Why are Buddhists against terrorism?

Non-violence - Ahimsa - Pacifism

Provide a scripture from the Bible that can be used against acts of terrorism?

‘Love thy neighbour’

Provide a scripture from the Qur’an that can be used against acts of terrorism?

“he who takes a life, it is as if he has killed all of mankind”