Aims of punishment (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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Why do Christians support the aims of punishment?
Why do Christians support the aims of punishment?
They align with justice, mercy & life value
Why do Christians strongly support the protection aim of punishment?
Why do Christians strongly support the protection aim of punishment?
Human life is sacred, created by God
What does the Christian approach to protection balance?
What does the Christian approach to protection balance?
Keeping safe & maintaining dignity
Which Old Testament principle appears to support retribution?
Which Old Testament principle appears to support retribution?
'Eye for eye, tooth for tooth'
Where is the 'eye for eye, tooth for tooth' principle found?
Where is the 'eye for eye, tooth for tooth' principle found?
Exodus 21:24
What crucial distinction do Christians make about retribution?
What crucial distinction do Christians make about retribution?
Between justice and revenge
How does deterrence aim to prevent crime?
How does deterrence aim to prevent crime?
By showing consequences of breaking law
Why is reformation particularly important to many Christians?
Why is reformation particularly important to many Christians?
Reflects Jesus's agape love & forgiveness
Which Bible verse teaches Christians should restore those caught in sin?
Which Bible verse teaches Christians should restore those caught in sin?
Galatians 6:1
What might a Christian approach to reformation include?
What might a Christian approach to reformation include?
Education, counselling & job training
What does Matthew 7:2 teach about judgement?
What does Matthew 7:2 teach about judgement?
You'll be judged as you judge others
What does Colossians 3:25 declare about wrongdoing?
What does Colossians 3:25 declare about wrongdoing?
Wrongdoers repaid; no favouritism