Crime (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Action breaking laws established by the state

Sin - acting against God's will & moral standards

Breaks human laws & spiritual transgression against God

Adam & Eve's disobedience in Garden of Eden

Inherent part of human nature

All have sinned and fall short of God's glory

To protect society and maintain order

Poverty, poor upbringing, racism, instability, drugs

Fundamental rules stating killing & stealing are wrong

Forgive others as God forgives them

Show mercy, forgive before judging

Supports criminals serving time in prison

Prevent crime & help those in crisis