Human Rights and Social Justice

What is prejudice?

Judging someone unfairly before the facts are known. Holding biased opinions about an individual or group

What is discrimination?

Actions or behaviours that result from prejudice

Examples of discrimination x3

Sexism, Racism, Ageism

Give a bible quote that supports equality

‘There is neither Jew not Gentile, slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus’

Give a Hadith quote that supports equality

‘People are equal like the teeth of a comb’

What is the traditional Christian view on the role of women?

Traditional views are that a womens role is that of a mother and a housekeeper

What is the modern view of women within Christianity?

Modern views say that women and men should share parental roles and can work, as men do

Which Christian denomination allowed women to be priests from 1993?

Church of England

Some Christian denominations do not allow women to take a role in church, which teaching would support this?

‘Women should remain silent in the churches’ - St Pauls letters

Why might Christians not allow women to be church leaders?

Jesus was male, Jesus chose male disciples, St Paul spoke against women in church

Does Islam allow women to have a role in religious life?

They do not need to attend Jummah prayer, sit seperately from men, majority of Imams are men, some do not support female imams at all

What quote could be used to support homosexuality in Christianity?

‘Love your neighbour as yourself’

Why might some Christians accept being homosexual but not accept homosexual acts?

The act goes against the command in Genesis to ‘be fruitful and increase in number’ as it does not allow procreation to take place

Why might some Christians not accept homosexuality?

Heterosexuality is part of Gods plan and they should look to the example of Adam and Eve

Give a quote against homosexuality from the Bible

‘Do not have sexual relations with with a man as one does with a woman, that is detestable’

What do the majority of Muslims believe about homosexuality?

It is against Gods will - humans should marry someone from the opposite sex and have children, illegal in many Islamic countries - severe punishments if caught, punishments in the afterlife

Give a quote against homosexuality in Islam?

‘Must you lust after males and abandon the wives God has created for you? You are exceeding all bounds’

Why might some Muslims accept homosexuality?

Some may accept that homosexuality is a choice, it is part of British society and people have the right to make their own choice

What Christian quote supports religious freedom?

‘Love your neighbour as yourself’ / ‘My fathers house has many rooms’

What quote from the Qur’an shows that religious freedom is accepted?

‘There is no compulsion in religion’

Why might some Muslims believe that being a Muslim is the only correct way to enter heaven?

Due to the Qur’an passage ‘We will punish others: they are evildoers’ suggets Islam is the right path

Why are ‘people of the book protected in Islam?

Due to the fact that Christians, Muslims and Jews all believe in the same God. They should not be mistreated

What is meant by ‘social justice’?

Ensuring that society treats people fairly and protects their human rights

Give a Christian quote to support social justice

‘Love your neighbour as yourself’ / ‘Let justice roll on like a river’

Give a Muslim quote to support social justice

‘Adhere to justice, for that is a closer awareness of God’

What is racism?

Racial prejudice. It is showing prejudice against someone because of their ethnic group or nationality. Illegal in the UK

What is positive discrimination?

Where a particular group is given special privileges to overcome possible discrimination

Why are Christians against racial prejudice and discrimination?

Goes against Jesus - ‘love your neighbour as yourself’ / ‘There is neither Jew not Gentile, slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus’

Why are Muslims against racial prejudice and discrimination?

‘People are as equal as the tooth of a comb’

What are human rights (UDHR)?

The basic rights and freedoms to which all human beings are entitled

Give an example of a human right?

Right to life, Freedom of Expression, Freedom From Torture and Inhuman Treatment

Why do Christians support human rights?

‘Love your neighbour as yourself’ / ‘There is neither Jew not Gentile, slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus’ / ‘Treat others as you wish to be treated’ / ‘Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves

Do all Muslim countries agree with the UDHR?

No, Shariah law is said to protect humans rights, the Cairo declaration of human rights was created using Islamic teachings / ‘help one another and do what is right and good’

What are the causes of poverty?

Natural disasters, Unemployment and low wages, Increase in cost of living, corrupt leaders taking money

What is the Christian view on wealth?

Not sinful itself but must be used responsibly

Give a Christian teaching about wealth

‘It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God’ / ‘you cannot serve God and money’

What is the Islamic view on wealth?

A blessing from Allah; must be used for good. Zakag/Khums Shi’a pay 20% of their wealth) must be given to help those in poverty - will be rewarded on DoJ

Give a Qur’an quote that supports sharing wealth’

‘Whatever you give to charity, God knows it’

How are the poor exploited?

Unfair pay / excessive interest on loans / people trafficking

Give an Islamic teaching against the exploitation of the poor

‘Give the worker his wages before his seat dries’ / Islam forbids charging interest on loans

Give a Christian teaching against the exploitation of the poor

‘Do not exploit the poor because they are poor’ / ‘Do not charge your brother interest’

What is people trafficking?

Illegal transport and exploitation of humans

Give a Christian teaching to that supports the idea that those in poverty should help themselves

‘The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat’

What quote from the Qur’an warns Muslims not to spend too much and should ensure they have enough money to spend on basic things?

‘Do not be extravagant. God does not like extravagant people’

What percentage of their wealth do some Christians give as tithe?

10%

What is compulsory charity in Islam?

Zakah (2.5% of savings)

Which parable shows that Christians who look after the poor will go to heaven?

The Parable of the Sheep and Goats

What is voluntary charity in Islam?

Sadaqah

Name two Christian charities that use donations to help those living in poverty

Christian Aid, CAFOD

What does Islam teach about gambling?

It is haram as it causes addiction and poverty