Punishment (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Imposing a penalty/taking something away from the offender

Should match how serious the offence was

Sends message behaviour was unacceptable; teaches moral boundaries

Reinforces difference between right and wrong actions

Chance to reflect and choose better path; personal transformation

God-given responsibility to protect citizens

A fundamental virtue; actions should have fair consequences

Be merciful, don't judge/condemn, forgive and you'll be forgiven

Between God's justice and Jesus's emphasis on mercy/forgiveness

Balance justice with human dignity; respect person being punished

Prefer non-lethal means if sufficient to protect society

Victims receive compensation/acknowledgement of wrong done to them

People more likely to follow rules if they know consequences exist

Removes dangerous individuals; protects law-abiding citizens