Origins + Meaning

• literalists / fundamentalists believe

  • the Bible was a historical document
  • should not be interpreted
  • There are no mistakes in it
  • reject science
• catholics believe

  • accept science
  • authors of the Bible were inspired by God
  • it is not historically accurate
  • its stories are symbolic
• • Sanctity of life is the religious belief that life is sacred.
  • Many religious people are likely to agree with this because they believe God has given life and only he can take it away.
  • Sanctity of life says that God decides when a person is born and dies - humans should not make those choices.
• • Quality of life refers to the general enjoyment and wellbeing of a person.
  • Some people argue that if quality of life is low, then that life could be ended because it isn't worth living.
  • Many religious people disagree. They argue that every life is sacred and every moment in life is precious regardless of quality.
• Stewardship

  This refers to the God-given responsibility humans have to take care of his creation.
• Dominion

  Some Christians think this idea gives them the freedom to use the created world as they choose.