Title: Lesson Aim
1- Lesson Aim
- To consider the interpretation of sacred writings
2The Golden Rule Recap
3The Golden Rule
- So in everything, do to others what you would
have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and
the Prophets - Matthew 712
4(No Transcript)
55 Min Task
- Use a full jotter page to create a Golden Rule
logo (complete with rule)
6Interpretations of Sacred Writings
7Area 1
Relationship Between Religion and Moral Values a)
Euthyphro Dilemma b) Religious Morality -
Moral autonomy / moral heteronomy - Golden Rule
- Interpretations of Sacred Scripture c)
Utilitarian and Kantian Ethics - Utilitarianism
- Immanuel Kant
8Introduction
- There are many scriptures that religious people
believe come from God(s). - These scriptures also act as a guide to followers
providing guidance on what is right and what is
wrong. - Religions disagree with each other because they
each believe that their scripture is divine. - As well as this there are many different
interpretations of these scriptures within a
religion.
9Introduction
- There are many scriptures that religious people
believe come from God(s). - These scriptures also act as a guide to followers
providing guidance on what is right and what is
wrong. - Religions disagree with each other because they
each believe that their scripture is divine. - As well as this there are many different
interpretations of these scriptures within a
religion.
10Quick Quiz Name that holy book....
- Islam -
- Sikhism -
- Hinduism -
- Christianity -
- Buddhism -
- Judaism -
11Quick Quiz Name that holy book....
- Islam Koran (and the Hadith)?
- Sikhism The Guru Granth Sahib
- Hinduism The Vedas
- Christianity The Bible
- Buddhism The Sutras
- Judaism The Tenak (Torah, Prophets and other
writings)?
12What is Inerrancy??
13What is Inerrancy??
- Inerrancy refers to the belief that the
scriptures are without error - In Christianity, all Christians believe that the
Bible was inspired by God, but have different
opinions about the inerrancy of the Bible
14Inerrancy
- Fundamentalists/Literalists the scripture is
100 true with no errors and should be
interpreted literally. - Conservatives the scripture is true but should
always be interpreted in context and sometimes
symbolically. - Liberals the scriptures are not seen as factual
books. The lessons and meaning of the stories
are what's important.
15Christian Scripture
- Christian Scripture were written between 2-4000
years ago when many moral issues could not have
even been imagined! - This means Christians have to match up Biblical
teachings to fit with modern dilemmas. - This will still leave you having to work a few
things out for yourself.
16Examples
- Modern day problems include -
- Is abortion ever right?
- Should we keep a person in a coma alive on life
support for decades? - Should we give and receive blood?
- Can I kill in self defence?
- etc
17Catholic and Protestant Bibles
- The Bible wasn't officially compiled as one book
until 373AD - The Protestant Churches have 66 books in their
canon of the Bible - The RC Church has 73 books (they added some over
the years)?
18RC Bible (Extra Books)?
- Tobit
- Judit
- Wisdom of Solomon
- Sirach
- Baruch
- First and Second Maccabees
19Languages of the Bible
- The Bible was not written in English
- Sometimes when it is translated into English
there can be differences of opinion with regards
to the real meaning.
20Languages of the Bible
- The Virgin birth example
- Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a
sign Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a
son, and shall call his name Immanuel. KJV
21- Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign.
Look, the young woman is with child and shall
bear a son, and shall name him Immanuel. NRSV
22- ????
- Hebrew Almah
- This word can mean either 'virgin' or 'young
woman'
23Christian Scripture
- Christians use scripture for moral guidance.
However, they also compare it with their reason
and check with their religious leaders or other
Christians. - Hence, different denominations can hold different
opinions about moral issues!
24Interpreting Sacred Scripture
- Consider the original meaning
- Work out what principles can be applied today
- Does it contradict any other teachings of your
faith? - Pray and meditate for insight into meaning
- Seek advice from wise faith leaders
- Discuss and analyse with fellow faith members
25- Do non-religious people have 'sacred writings'
that they turn to for moral guidance?
26Viewpoints Independent of Religious Belief
- the peoples of the United Nations have in the
Charter reaffirmed their faith in fundamental
human rights, in the dignity and worth of the
human person and in the equal rights of men and
women and have determined to promote social
progress and better standards of life in larger
freedom. - UN Declaration of Human Rights
27What is Inerrancy??
- Inerrancy refers to the belief that the
scriptures are without error - In Christianity, all Christians believe that the
Bible was inspired by God, but have different
opinions about the inerrancy of the Bible
Copy into jotters
28Inerrancy
- Fundamentalists/Literalists the scripture is
100 true with no errors and should be
interpreted literally. - Conservatives the scripture is true but should
always be interpreted in context and sometimes
symbolically. - Liberals the scriptures are not seen as factual
books. The lessons and meaning of the stories
are what's important.
Copy into jotters
29Pink RMPS Book
- Read p75 and complete the Qs in your jotters
30Extension Read the Info Sheet in your Folders
- There are no page numbers sorry!
- 7mins
31- In groups, discuss answers to the questions
- 10mins
323 Maxims (or Principles) to the Categorical
Imperative
- 1. All actions must be able to be made into
universal laws - 2. Every human being must be treated as an end
rather than a means to an end - 3. You must always behave as if you are the
absolute moral authority of the entire universe