Religious freedom (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

Right to choose, change, or reject religion

Divinely ordained, not human invention

Surah 2:256-57

Fundamental human right creating peace in society

Global Muslim community

Society where people of various religious backgrounds live together

Greater tolerance & understanding develop naturally

Cultural life becomes richer and more varied

Religious persecution & hatred continue to occur

Minority religious beliefs may be overlooked or dismissed

Most Muslims live harmoniously with other religious groups

Islam is the only completely true faith

All righteous people receive Allah's favour

Halal slaughter methods viewed as inhumane to animals

Local attitudes, legal frameworks, individual circumstances