Theme E: Religion, crime and punishment (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Flashcards
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3 concepts balanced with punishment in Christianity
3 concepts balanced with punishment in Christianity
Mercy, forgiveness, rehabilitation
4 aims of punishment in Christianity
4 aims of punishment in Christianity
Protection, retribution, deterrence, reformation
Protection aim of punishment
Protection aim of punishment
Safeguarding society by removing dangerous individuals
Retribution aim of punishment
Retribution aim of punishment
Consequences proportional to wrongdoing
Exodus 21:24 teaching
Exodus 21:24 teaching
Eye for eye, tooth for tooth
Difference: retribution vs revenge
Difference: retribution vs revenge
Retribution = fair justice; revenge = personal satisfaction
Deterrence aim of punishment
Deterrence aim of punishment
Discourage offender & others from committing crimes
Reformation aim of punishment
Reformation aim of punishment
Helping criminals change behaviour & contribute positively
Agape love definition
Agape love definition
Selfless, unconditional love
Jesus' example during crucifixion
Jesus' example during crucifixion
Forgave criminals executed alongside him
Divine judgement definition
Divine judgement definition
People held accountable to God after death for actions
Matthew 7:2 teaching
Matthew 7:2 teaching
You'll be judged as you judge others
Galatians 6:1 emphasis
Galatians 6:1 emphasis
Restore person gently with humility, focus on restoration
Christian approach to punishment today
Christian approach to punishment today
Combine multiple aims, favour rehabilitation programmes