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Question 1

Forgiveness

Answer 1

an intentional decision to let go of resentment and anger

Question 2

Reconciliation

Answer 2

Reparing the relationship after forgiveness

Question 3

Justice

Answer 3

Fairness for all people

Question 4

Righteous anger

Answer 4

Righteous anger is anger againist an injustice

Question 5

Holy War

Answer 5

Holy wars have religious aims and goals

Question 6

WMD

Answer 6

Weapons of mass destruction- Nuclear, Biological and chemical weapons able to cause widespread devestation and loss of life

Question 7

Non-violent resistance

Answer 7

To do peaceful things to pursure justice like peaceful protests

Question 7

Just war

Answer 7

A war that is fought for the right reasons and in the right way

Question 8

Torture

Answer 8

Inflicting pain (physical, physyoclogical, mental) on an individual to get information

Question 9

Conflict Resolution

Answer 9

Process of ending a dispute and reaching an agreement when both sides agree to that agreement

Question 9

Nuclear War

Answer 9

War which makes the use of nuclear weapons which create a nuclear reaction

Question 10

Pacifism

Answer 10

The belief is that all violence and conflict is always wrong

Question 11

Terrorism

Answer 11

Acts of violence designed to promote a specific ideology or agenda by creating panic among an enemy population

Question 12

Martyrdom

Answer 12

The suffering or death of a martyr

Question 13

Which bible teachings shows bullying and what does it mean?

Answer 13

James 3:8-10 and talks about that no one can tame their tongue and that it can say good or bad things

Question 14

The story of Cain and Abel

Answer 14

Cain was jealous of his brother and even God reminded that ‘sin is lurking at the door you must master it’ therefore his angry thoughts led to violence leading to Cain killing his brother and God saying he can hear Abel’s blood crying

Question 15

Two quotes about violence in the bible

Answer 15

John 14:27 - Jesus says “ peace I leave with you”
Matthew 5:21-22 - Jesus “ You have heard it said ‘do not murder’ but I tell you anyone who is angry with a brother is subject to judgment”

Question 16

What bible quotes about reconciliation and what does it mean?

Answer 16

Matthew 5:24
Jesus emphasised the importance of reconciliation by saying that if you are bringing a gift to God but have a problem with someone you need to sort it out first.

Question 17

What are key bible quotes on forgiveness and meanings behind them?

Answer 17

Matthew 18:21-22
As many as seven times?’ Jesus replied, ‘seventy-seven times’ meaning infinite times in those days

Question 18

What does reconciliation bring?

Answer 18

A stronger relationship
Learning from the past
A more peaceful future
An opportunity to live without fear
A respect for each others relgious beliefs
Appreciation and acceptance of each other

Question 19

What biblical teaching on justice and the meaning of it?

Answer 19

Amos 5:23-24
Amos taught that creating justice is more important than ensuring worship is done correctly

Question 20

Why is injustice wrong?

Answer 20

Injustice can cause people to lose their sense of self-worth and self-respect. It can deny people dignity because they have been treated unfairly

Question 21

Why is the catholic church against violent protest?

Answer 21

It is an ineffective and damaging way to create change and may result in a loss of life

Question 22

What is the christian view on ‘righteous anger’

Answer 22

Many Christians believe that righteous anger is acceptable because it can be controlled and channelled into positive action, which can improve a situation.

Question 22

What are the Just War Criterias?

Answer 22

Only proportional force should be used weapons should not be too destructive It must be declared by a legitimate authority example(by a state or soveriegn government) There must be a resonable chance of winning and bringing lasting peace It must be a just cause such as self defence It must be the last resort having tried to solve the dispute The right intention-The aim of the war must be to bring back peace. It is believed to prevent a greater evil Behaviour of troops-Innocent civilians should not be attacked

Question 23

5 main reasons why the Catholic Church opposes weapons of mass destruction?

Answer 23

They are completely indiscriminate(they can kill anyone not certain people) and have long term effects They are totally disproportionate to any possible sucess that may come(the negative outways the positives) Pope Benedict XVI said thst with WMDs the chance of success is small and that there are no victors only victims The cost of researching,building and maintaining these weapons are really high this could be spent of the public Possesion of these weapons increases tension and fear making the world less safe

Question 24

3 main consequences of modern warfare?

Answer 24

Civilian casualties The Catholic Church teaches that it is wrong for civilians (who has fought) to be attacked or threatened as they should be protected Refugees The Catholic Church believes that refugees should be allowed and protected by all countries. The Church actively campaigns for governments and individuals to help all that come that way and example of this eould be the Syrian crisis Environmental damage Catholic Church believes that the people have a responsibilitu to limit any damage done to the environment.. Also the pope has condemned the use of practices that ruin the environment such as chemical weapons

Question 25

Two Catholic organisations working for peace

Answer 25

Pax Christi Justice and peace commision

Question 26

What does Pax Christi do?

Answer 26

They solve disputes peacefully and fairly rather than use violence

Question 27

What does the Justice Peace Commission do?

Answer 27

It raises awareness in situations where people are deprived of their rights and needs

Question 28

Two examples of Holy wars

Answer 28

Thirty year's war Crusades

Question 29

What bible quote and catholic teaching is on pacifism

Answer 29

Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God" Meaning that Jesus promoted non-violence so the catholic church agrees with this

Question 30

What is the catholic view on torture?

Answer 30

Torture which uses physical or moral violence to extract confessions, punish,the guilty, frighten opponents, or satisfy hatred is contrary to respect for the person and for human dignity.

Question 31

Christian Pacifist views?

Answer 31

It is always wrong to fight, even in self defence Jesus taught that peace is better than violence Some people have a religious or moral (though non religious) belief in the sanctity of life War never solves problems

Question 32

Contrasting views of pacifists

Answer 32

Force is sometimes necessary to solve disputes It is the duty of a country to defend its peoples Peace can only be built on mutual respect which is unlikely if one party isn't prepared to fight is seen as weak A country not fighting is considered to be weak

Question 33

Two practical things Pope Francis has done to try and bring a peaceful solution to conflict

Answer 33

A meeting of prayer between the presidents of Israel and Palestine to hope that change occurs The pope organised a football match to raise funds for children in need affected by war

Question 34

What has CAFOD done to help?

Answer 34

After the civil war in Sierra Leone, Cafod set up orphanges and rehabitlitation programmes to help children

Question 35

What has Aid to the church in need done to help?

Answer 35

They have provided shelter, blankets, medicene and food both inside and outside Syria

Question 36

Who decised the Just War theory?

Answer 36

St Thomas Aquinas

Question 37

What are some biblical quotes supporting war?

Answer 37

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth Do not worry..the Lord on your side

Question 38

What are some biblical quotes that does not support war?

Answer 38

Love your neighbour as yourself You shall not murder

Question 39

What are some famous terrorist attacks?

Answer 39

The 9/11 attacks and the 7/7 bombings

Question 40

Biblical telling in the bible about forgiveness?

Answer 40

The parable of the unforgiving servant