the act of bringing everything in the world into existence

the first book of the Bible, which includes the creation story describing how God made the world and human life

the belief that humans reflect God's nature

the spiritual aspect of a being; that which connects someone to God

Religious teachings about the origins of life

Religious education

Religious teachings about the origin of the universe

The value of the world and stewardship

The use and abuse of the environment

The use of animals for food

Different religious views about animal experimentation

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

that humans share qualities like reason and morality with God

that humans were created before the rest of the world

that humans have no special role in creation

What does the phrase 'image of God' mean in Christian teachings?

God formed Adam from dust and breathed life into him

God spoke Adam and Eve into existence at the same time

humans evolved naturally without divine intervention

Adam was created first, followed immediately by all animals

How does Genesis 2 describe the creation of human life?

Genesis is a metaphor and not a historical account

the universe was created in six 24-hour days

science and religion must always be separate

the Genesis story is compatible with the Big Bang theory

Which of the following beliefs about creation is held by literalist Christians?

In Genesis 2:7, God breathes life into Adam, which suggests that humans have a unique spiritual connection called a {{}}.

The belief that God directly created all life in its current form is known as {{}}.

The idea that the Genesis creation accounts reveal deeper truths rather than literal facts is called a {{}} interpretation.

Why do some religious believers support limited animal experimentation?

it goes against the principle of ahimsa (non-violence)

Which of the following is an argument against animal experimentation from a Buddhist perspective?

to increase the number of animals used in research

to ensure that animals are treated as humanely as possible

to make animal testing mandatory for all products

to reduce the reliability of research results

What is the purpose of the 'Three Rs' principle in animal testing?

In Buddhism and Hindu Dharma, the belief that all living beings should be treated with kindness and not harmed is called {{}}.

Animal testing for non-medical purposes, such as cosmetics, is banned in many countries due to concerns about {{}}.

In the UK, animal experimentation is regulated under the {{}} (Scientific Procedures) Act.

Religious teachings about the origins of life

Lesson outcome