Religious prejudice and discrimination (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

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Religious prejudice and discrimination
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Prejudice definition

Negative judgements about someone based on their religion before knowing them

Discrimination definition

Treating someone unfairly because of their religious beliefs

Prejudice vs discrimination key difference

Prejudice is in minds/hearts, discrimination is actions

Problem: religious prejudice & community relations

Poor relationships between different religious communities

Problem: religious prejudice & crime

Increased crime rates and hate-motivated attacks

Problem: religious prejudice & health

Mental & physical health impacts on those discriminated against

Problem: religious prejudice & opportunities

Creates barriers in education, employment, and housing

Catholic approach to religious prejudice

Situation ethics - examine each case individually

Nostra Aetate year & topic

1965 - Church's relationship with non-Christian religions

Genesis 1:27 - how God made humans

In his own image

John 13:34 - Jesus's command

Love one another as I have loved you

Agape love meaning

Unconditional love that doesn't depend on similarity

Examples of who Jesus showed love to

Tax collectors, foreigners, the poor, the sick

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