Matters of life and death (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards
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Big Bang theory
Big Bang theory
Universe began 14bn yrs ago from dense point, expanded rapidly
Age of universe according to Big Bang
Age of universe according to Big Bang
Approximately 14 billion years ago
Muslim belief about who created universe
Muslim belief about who created universe
Allah created everything through His divine will and power
Examples of balance in Allah's creation
Examples of balance in Allah's creation
Night and day, sea and land
Purposeful timing in creation means
Purposeful timing in creation means
Creation was deliberate and carefully planned, not random
Do most Muslims see Big Bang conflicting with faith?
Do most Muslims see Big Bang conflicting with faith?
No, they see science and religion as complementary
Qur'an verse about expanding universe reference
Qur'an verse about expanding universe reference
Surah 51:47 - 'We are [its] expander'
Khalifa meaning
Khalifa meaning
Stewards who must care for universe responsibly
Universe as gift view - human role
Universe as gift view - human role
Show gratitude, respect, avoid wasteful/harmful behaviour
Why some Muslims prioritise human needs from nature
Why some Muslims prioritise human needs from nature
Believe universe created specifically for humanity's benefit
Intentional design in Islamic teaching means
Intentional design in Islamic teaching means
Everything has purpose and meaning in Allah's greater plan
How can science strengthen Muslim faith?
How can science strengthen Muslim faith?
Reveals complexity and beauty of Allah's creation