Theme D Speed Test: Religion, peace and conflict

Justice

Fairness - making right and fair a situation that has been unjust.

Christian scripture about justice

Includes 'Let justice roll like a river' - Amos 5:24 and 'For I the Lord, love justice' - Isaiah 61:8.

Conflict

A disagreement that occurs before any fighting starts.

Christian response to conflict

Hatred stirs up conflict but love covers all wrongs - Proverbs 10:12.

Forgiveness

The ability to move forward in a relationship with someone who has done wrong by accepting their apology.

Scripture about forgiveness (Christian)

Includes 'If you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins' - Matthew 6:15.

War

Armed conflict between two or more sides to resolve issues.

Christian scripture about war

'Love thy neighbour' - Matthew 22:24 highlights a key teaching on valuing human life.

Peace

To live in harmony without fear; an aim and goal of all people.

Scripture about peace (Christian)

'Blessed are the peacemakers - they will be called the children of God' - Matthew 5:8.

Protest

An expression of disapproval, often in a public group.

Ghosananda

A Cambodian monk known for leading non-violent marches for reconciliation and peace.

Violent Protest

An angry response that may begin peacefully but develops into riots, threatening or intimidating others.

Terrorist

A person who spreads terror and fear among the public to raise awareness of their cause.

Freedom fighter

A person participating in a revolutionary struggle to achieve a political goal.

Just War Theory

Conditions that propose war must have just cause, proportional response, and be a last resort.

Holy War

Fighting for a religious cause or God, declared by a religious leader.

Biological Weapons

Weapons that use living organisms or infective material that can cause disease or death.

Chemical Weapons

Weapons using chemicals to poison, burn, or paralyze humans.

Pacifism

The belief that war and violence are unjustifiable; all disputes should be settled by peaceful means.

Engaged Buddhism

The idea that inner peace must be accompanied by societal change to influence mental states and behavior.

Thich Nhat Hanh

Vietnamese Buddhist monk known for combining traditional meditation with non-violent protest.

Anglican Pacifist Fellowship

A group believing Jesus' teachings are incompatible with war and advocating for peaceful resolutions.

Ahimsa

The principle of non-violence towards all living things in Buddhism.