Religious and Ethical Issues Flashcards

Flashcards about religious beliefs and issues for exam preparation.

Interfaith Marriage

Marriage between two people of different faiths, raising issues about wedding ceremonies, raising children, and differing beliefs.

Cohabitation

Living together in a sexual relationship without being married; viewed differently across religions, with some prohibiting it and others accepting it in committed relationships.

Adultery

Sexual relations between a married person and someone other than their spouse; generally unacceptable in Christianity and Islam as it breaks vows of faithfulness.

Divorce

The legal ending of a marriage; attitudes vary among religions, with some accepting it as a last resort and others viewing marriage as a lifelong commitment.

Remarriage

Marrying again after a divorce; religious views vary, with some traditions allowing it and others prohibiting it.

Contraception

Methods used to prevent pregnancy; views vary among religions, with some accepting it with certain restrictions and others prohibiting artificial methods.

Same-Sex Relationships

Romantic and/or sexual relationships between people of the same sex; views vary among religions, with some opposing them and others welcoming same-sex marriages.

Gender Prejudice

Preconceived judgments or biases based on a person's gender; addressed by religious teachings promoting equality and respect between men and women.

Environmental Sustainability

Ensuring that natural resources are used and protected for current and future generations.

Euthanasia

The act of intentionally ending a person's life to relieve suffering.

Evolution

The process by which living organisms are believed to have developed from earlier forms.

Abortion

The termination of a pregnancy before birth.

Quality of Life

The extent to which life is meaningful and pleasurable.

Sanctity of Life

The belief that life is precious or sacred.

The Soul

The spiritual aspect of a being, often believed to connect a person to God and continue living after physical death.

Stewardship

The responsibility to care for and protect the environment.

Global Citizenship

Being part of a worldwide community.

Retribution

Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.

Reparation

Making amends for a wrong one has done, by paying money or otherwise helping those who have been wronged.

Reformation

The improvement or amendment of what is wrong, corrupt, or unsatisfactory.

Protection

Keeping all people and society itself, free from possible recurring crime by a criminal.

Justice

Ensuring that the law and authority are of supreme importance, and ensure that the law is upheld and justified.

Deterrence

Discouraging people from committing crimes, because they know what the punishment is, and know it will be given to those caught committing a crime.

The Afterlife

Life after death; the belief that existence continues after physical death.

The Soul

The spiritual aspect of a being, which some religions believe connects a person to God.

Agape

Altruistic love; self-sacrificing love.

Ummah

The whole community of Muslims bound together by ties of religion.

Censorship

he suppression or prohibition of speech or writing that is considered subversive or immoral.

Extremism

The holding of extreme political or religious views.

Racial Discrimination

Discrimination against or prejudice toward an individual based on skin color, or racial or ethnic origin