Crime (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

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Definition of crime in Islam

Actions against state/society (murder, theft, drink-driving)

Dual nature of crime in Islam

Violation of human order & spiritual transgression against Allah

Surah 16:90-91 main command

Allah orders justice & good conduct, forbids immorality

Covenant with Allah meaning

Agreement Muslims made to follow His guidance

Surah 5:90 prohibitions

Intoxicants, gambling (defilement from Satan's work)

Causes of crime in Islamic teaching

Poverty, political dissatisfaction, addiction, low self-esteem

Islamic approach to addressing crime

Address root causes, not just punishment

Definition of ummah

The global Muslim community

Ummah's responsibility on crime

Religious duty to support each other & help those struggling

Prophet Muhammad's example on crime

Living good life, showing compassion, avoiding crime

Muslim Chaplains' Association role

Provides chaplains in prisons for spiritual guidance

Mosaic establishment & focus

Est. 2007; prevention rather than punishment

Mosaic's target group

Young people from deprived communities

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