Social justice (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

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Definition of social justice

Equal distribution of wealth, opportunities & privileges

Wealth distribution in UK/world today

Not equal - small proportion wealthy, many in poverty

Jesus' command in Mark 12:31

Love your neighbour as yourself

Why all people are equal (Christian belief)

All created in God's image

Proverbs 19:17 teaching

Generous to poor = lending to Lord, he will repay

Church of England view on economic justice

World needs more equitable economic system between nations

Catholic Church on rich nations' responsibility

Grave moral responsibility toward those less fortunate

Matthew 25:40 about helping the least

Whatever you did for them, you did for me

How churches tackle social injustice

Establish food banks & provide assistance to those in need

Christian Aid's focus

International development & emergency relief

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) purpose

Helps people in debt & poverty in UK

What is CAFOD?

Catholic Church's official aid agency, works internationally

Situation ethics meaning

Doing the most loving thing based on circumstances

Jesus' saying about the poor

The poor you will always have with you

Golden rule in Christianity

Treat others as you would like to be treated

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