Religious Studies /GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Origins and Meanings Part 4
GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Origins and Meanings Part 4
This flashcard deck covers key concepts from Genesis, Catholic teachings, and the role of stewardship in religious and humanist perspectives, as well as notable religious art and organizations.
Quote from Genesis 1 that shows God is all powerful. Explain it.
"In the beginning the earth was formless". This shows God was able to create everything out of nothing.
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Quote from Genesis 1 that shows God is all powerful. Explain it.
"In the beginning the earth was formless". This shows God was able to create everything out of nothing.
Quote from Genesis 1 that shows God is the creator. Explain it.
God said "Let there be light". God created light and everything around because he is the creator. The universe wasn't a random accident for Christians...
Example from Genesis 2 that shows God is all loving. Explain it.
God created Eve from Adam's rib. God was concerned about Adam's loneliness and provides other species to keep him company - Eve.
Is a human's life worth more than an animal's life? For Catholics?
Yes.
Human beings are answerable to God. Explain this.
The image of God can be a reminder of the authority of God over humans. To be created in the image of God could be interpreted as humans being account...
Humans beings relate to God. Explain this.
We were created in the image of God so we also have the potential to enter into a relationship with the God who created us.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Quote from Genesis 1 that shows God is all powerful. Explain it. | "In the beginning the earth was formless". This shows God was able to create everything out of nothing. |
Quote from Genesis 1 that shows God is the creator. Explain it. | God said "Let there be light". God created light and everything around because he is the creator. The universe wasn't a random accident for Christians. |
Example from Genesis 2 that shows God is all loving. Explain it. | God created Eve from Adam's rib. God was concerned about Adam's loneliness and provides other species to keep him company - Eve. |
Is a human's life worth more than an animal's life? For Catholics? | Yes. |
Human beings are answerable to God. Explain this. | The image of God can be a reminder of the authority of God over humans. To be created in the image of God could be interpreted as humans being accountable to God for their lives. |
Humans beings relate to God. Explain this. | We were created in the image of God so we also have the potential to enter into a relationship with the God who created us. |
Human beings can give and receive love. Explain this. | God is a community of persons - father, son and holy spirit who give and receive love to one another. If humans are made in God's image then we can also give and receive love. |
Human beings are rational. Explain this. | Humans have been given intelligence and so by reflecting on things in the created world, they can find their way to the God who created them. |
Human beings have free will and conscience. Explain this. | Human beings are meant to use their ability to choose what is true and right so they imitate God. Conscience is the voice of God within an individual encouraging them to do good. |
What does the Catechism say? | "Of all visible creatures, only man is able to know and love his creator" |
What does God give us when he creates us last? | Authority over all plants and animals - we can use them but we have to take care of them. |
How is God leaving Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden symbolic? | The garden of Eden represents the world, Adam and Eve represent humans. God has given us the job to take care of the world. |
What does it mean to look after God's creation? (3 points) | Take only what we need, sustain the world.- use less fuels.- recycle. |
What do Catholics think about Stewardship? | The goods of the earth is God's gift to us so we should take care of it. |
What do Humanists think about Stewardship? | They do not look to God in order to understand how the universe works. We should take care of the world for each other. |
Similarities between Catholics and Humanists on Stewardship: (3 points) | 1 - both view human beings as having a unique importance in looking after the environment. 2 - both believe humans should be happy. 3 - both agree on the importance of science and using our intellect to understand how the universe works. |
Differences between Catholics and Humanists on Stewardship: (3 points) | 1 - Catholics believe science works because God has made it this way because he is the creator. 2 - Catholics take care of the world as a responsibility from God. 3 - Catholics are intelligent because they are made in the image of God. |
Who painted the picture of Adam reaching out to God? | Michelangelo. |
Where can we see Michelangelo's painting? | Sistine Chapel in Italy. |
How is Michelangelo's painting linked to Genesis? | Because it is about the creation of humans. |
In Michelangelo's painting, explain 3 points about it. | 1 - Both God and Adam are in human form, this is to show humans are made in the image of God. 2 - Adam is in contact with God, this shows humans have a special relationship with God. 3 - God is carried by angels and above Adam, this shows he is transcendent. |
Why do Catholics use imagery? | Some people may not be able to read so images were important back in the day. Ideas can be expressed in pictures if they can't be explained in words. |
What does CAFOD stand for? | Catholic Agency for Overseas Development. |
Who are CAFOD? | A charity who aim to help the poor across the world. |
Who do CAFOD follow? | The example of Pope Francis. Encouraging people to help save our planet. |