Use and abuse of animals

• What did God instruct Noah to take on the Ark?

  Seven pairs of clean animals and one pair of unclean animals
• What does the story of Noah's Ark signify about God's view of animals?

  God values animals and wants them protected
• What permission did God give to humans regarding animals?

  Humans were allowed to eat animals
• What does Proverbs say about the treatment of animals?

  The righteous care for the needs of animals
• What does Romans say about eating meat?

  Christians have a choice to eat meat or not
• Why do many people choose vegetarian or vegan diets?

  They oppose animal killing and factory farm cruelty
• What dietary restriction do Muslims follow regarding meat?

  They only eat halal meat
• What is the general Christian stance on animal testing?

  Support for testing if no safe alternatives exist
• Why do Christians believe using animals for drug development is acceptable?

  It may benefit millions and save lives
• What does the story of Ryan Wilson illustrate about animal testing?

  Animal testing may not predict human reactions
• What do Hindus believe about animals and their souls?

  Animals have souls and deserve protection
• What animal do many Hindus consider sacred?

  The cow
• What are the key teachings regarding the use and treatment of animals in religious texts?

  • God values animals and wants them protected
  • Humans are permitted to eat animals
  • The righteous care for animals' needs
  • Christians have a choice to eat meat
  • Muslims eat only halal meat
  • Hindus believe animals have souls and deserve protection