1. Starter: answer these questions
Explain what religious believers mean by ‘ chastity’ . (2)
Chastity is the… For example…
Explain what religious believers mean by ‘ conflict ‘. (2)
Conflict is the…. For example…
Explain what religious believers mean by ‘Reconciliation ‘. (2)
Reconciliation is the…. For example…

2. Relationships
LO: to revise the relationships unit

3. What are the 4 different types of love? -
Agape
Eros
Philia
Storage
What responsibilities do we have to each other in these relationships? Choose one relationship and explain the responsibilities each person has

4. Explain how having a religious faith might influence a couple who want a divorce. [4]
Christians believe that divorce is… Muslims disagree with divorce because…
Marriage is seen as permanent and sacred
Divorce is accepted but strongly discouraged
There are conditions stated for divorce
Prophet Mohammed said divorce was most obnoxious
There should be at least three separate attempts made at reconciliation before divorce is allowed
There is a period of waiting before it can become final (3 months or 9 months
Repayment of the dowry (mahr) also required
Divorce is not God's intention
It is a breaking of solemn vows or promises made in the presence of God
Promises are made before God and the Christian congregation
The promises refer to marriage as life-long union

5. Christians believe that contraception should only be used…
Explain how having a religious faith might influence a couple who want to use contraception. (4)
Christians believe that contraception should only be used…
Muslims believe that sex…
Sexual relationships are part of Gods purpose in creation
They are gifts from God himself, and as such are holy and sacred (sacrament)
Contraception should be used for a short period
Sexual relationships should ideally take place within marriage
Chastity is an important virtue
Sexual relationships are special: reserved between just two people at any one time/ period of life; there should be no sex before or outside of marriage
Sex is a gift from Allah; through it people participate in Allah's act of
creation, so it is a noble and holy thing
Sex should only happen within marriage, and couples should meet each other's needs
Consider the teachings of a religious leader
The impact of a baby outside of marriage

6. Christians believe… Muslims believe…
Explain from two different religious traditions the teachings about Chastity (6)
Christians believe…
Muslims believe…
Sexual relationships are part of Gods purpose in creation
• They are gifts from God himself, and as such are holy and sacred
(sacrament)
• Sexual relationships should ideally take place within marriage
• Chastity is an important virtue
Sex is a gift from Allah; through it people participate in Allah's act of
creation, so it is a noble and holy thing
Sex should only happen within marriage, and couples should meet each
other's needs

7. ‘Marriage is not important anymore. ’. Do you agree
‘Marriage is not important anymore.’ Do you agree? Give reasons or evidence for your answer, showing that you have thought of more than one point of view. You must include reference to religious beliefs in your answer. [8]
Marriage is the basis of family life
• Some religious traditions do not accept divorce
• Marriage may involve vows, such 'until death do us part'
• Marriages do not always work out
• Divorce is accepted in a number of religious traditions
• Separation is an alternative to divorce
• People live longer in contemporary society and this has an impact on ideas about marriage
• Marriages may break down for a variety of reasons
• Marriages may succeed for a variety of reasons
• Marriage services imply that marriage is for life
• Marriage is ordained by God

8. StOrgE
PhiLia
I love my??
LoVe
ErOs
AgApE

9. Why do religious believers choose to marry?
Bible & Qur’an say no sex before marriage – to have sex – procreation – family.
So God is involved in their marriage – sacrament – make vows in front of God.
Commitment – lifelong – “till death do us part.”

10. What are the features of a Christian wedding?
Vows – promises – name some
Rings – circle – never ending love
Bible readings
Prayers
Hymns/worship songs – usually favourite of the couple
Asking of the impediments
Sermon
Explain purpose
Pronounce union

11. What are the features of a Muslim wedding?
Vows – promises
Rings – circle – never ending love
Readings from Qur’an
Mahr/dowry – agreed sum of money, property or jewellery given to the wife by the husband.
Khutbah – talk by imam
Prayers
Nikah – wedding contract
Bride does not have to be present –must send witnesses

12. What are the pressures on a marriage?
Alcohol/drug problems
Employment/career
Financial problems
Children/lack of children
Affairs/adultery

13. What can a religious community do when things go wrong?
Priest/imam offer help & advice
Marriage guidance counselling
Older & more experienced couples offer help & advice
Family members offer help & advice
Prayers
Pre-marriage course
Booklet about the religious teachings

14. What are the teachings on divorce in Christianity
Catholic
Do not allow divorce
Not God’s intention
Breaking vow “till death do us part.
Sacrament
Annulment
If remarry without an annulment can attend mass but not receive holy communion
Non-Catholic
Last resort
Jesus allowed divorce for adultery
Accept divorce as UK laws allow it
Discourage remarriage

15. What are the teachings on divorce in Islam?
Last resort
“Of all the things which have been permitted, divorce is the most hated by Allah.”
Family help with reconciliation
Husband must state 3 x in front of witnesses that the marriage is over
Iddah – 3 month waiting time. Aim – reconciliation
If divorce...wife given final part of mahr/dowry
Must remain civil to each other