Religious freedom
Task 1
Freedom of religion: the right to believe or practice whatever religion one chooses
Freedom of religious expression: the right to worship, preach and practice one's faith in whatever way one chooses.
Research and then post an article, TED talk, news clip showing evidence of one of the following for us all to watch, read and discuss.
- Religious freedom
- religious expression
- Religious intolerance
- Religious harmony
Add your link to the P&E forum page for all to share and read. An example has been provided below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7rKlzuC8OU
Task 2
- "I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that they are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them." Romans 16:17
- "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2
- "If it is possible, as far as if is depends on you, live at peace with everyone" Romans 12:18
Extend by explaining then connect by linking the teachings from the three quotes above. What are the key similarities and differences? What are their central messages? Are there any challenges to living out the true meaning of the teachings?
Challenge.
"People should have the right to say whatever they like about religion.' Evaluate.
List arguments for an against the statement.