showing compassion, kindness and care for others, particularly in the treatment of animals or people

duty given by God to humankind to look after the created world and all life within it

someone who does not eat meat, but may consume other animal products like dairy or eggs

The use of animals for food

Religious education

Religious teachings about the origin of the universe

The value of the world and stewardship

The use and abuse of the environment

Different religious views about animal experimentation

Religious teachings about the origins of life

The relationship between religious and scientific views on the origin of life

Sanctity of life

Quality of life

Ethical arguments related to abortion

Different religious views about abortion

Euthanasia

Different religious views about euthanasia

Beliefs about death and the afterlife

Impact of beliefs about death and the afterlife on the value of human life

In this unit pupils will focus firstly on the relationship between religion and science - looking at ideas of creation. They will examine how religions view the world - examining concepts such as stewardship. Finally they will examine how religions speak about the sanctity of life.

Religion and life

Humans have full control over animals and can use them however they want.

Humans should avoid using animals for any purpose.

Humans have a responsibility to care for animals and treat them humanely.

Animals have no value and should not be considered in ethical discussions.

Which of the following best describes Christian stewardship regarding animals?

It encourages vegetarianism as a divine command.

It states that only certain animals can be eaten.

What does Genesis 9:3 suggest about eating animals?

Which of the following Christian denominations is most likely to encourage a vegetarian or plant-based diet?

The belief that humans should avoid causing unnecessary harm to animals is known as being ...

The idea that humans have power over animals and nature is called ...

Some Christians believe that God originally intended humans to follow a {{}} diet.

because harming the environment has no long-term consequences

because religious texts emphasise human responsibility for the Earth

because nature has no value beyond its usefulness to people

Why do some religious believers argue that humans should protect the environment?

burning fossil fuels without concern for pollution

supporting companies that use sustainable resources

Which of the following is an example of environmental abuse?

as a justification for using as many natural resources as possible

as a call to take care of the Earth responsibly

as a reason to ignore environmental concerns

as evidence that the environment will always repair itself

How do many Christians interpret the phrase "fill the Earth and subdue it" from Genesis 1:28?

The idea that we are part of a global community and should act responsibly toward the planet is called global ...

The excessive use of resources, leading to shortages and environmental damage, is known as ...

Christians who believe that caring for the environment is part of their duty as stewards are practising ...

The use of animals for food

Lesson outcome