Punishment (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Achieve justice, ensure consequences for wrongdoing

Ensure accountability for actions taken

When crimes occur and laws are violated

Recognize wrongdoing, reformation, show consequences

God expects people to respect and follow laws

Should be actively challenged, not blindly followed

Fundamentally just

Forgiveness and opportunities for positive change

Fair and proportionate

Retribution for victims, opportunity for change

Amos, Isaiah, Micah, and Jesus

Maintains social order and stability

Justice and forgiveness (both important)

Let justice roll on like a river

Effective punishment systems