Doing Justice Chapter 3 Flashcards

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What is 'A Call to Action'?

A novel about justice

A religious song

A speech by a politician

An apostolic letter calling Christians to action (correct)

What should guide those seeking justice according to 'A Call to Action'?

The light of the Gospel and Church teaching.

What does 'Praxis' mean?

Living according to one's beliefs in a way that affects the world.

What are the three steps in the Circle of Faith-in-action?

Awareness, Analysis, Action. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the Circle of Faith-in-action?

Awareness. Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in the second step of the Circle of Faith-in-action?

Analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What does the third step in the Circle of Faith-in-action entail?

Action. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'awareness' mean?

Seeing, hearing, and knowing the world in a spirit of friendship. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'worldview'?

The basic beliefs that guide the way someone relates to the world. Signup and view all the answers

How do experience and culture shape worldview?

They influence beliefs and perceptions of the world. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'peer pressure' refer to?

The influence to change oneself to fit in with a particular group. Signup and view all the answers

What is a love-centered worldview characterized by?

Friendship, a vision of abundant life, and compassion. Signup and view all the answers

What does respect literally mean?

To look again. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of analysis?

The process of understanding how people's lives are affected by societal relationships. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'human power' refer to?

The God-given ability to affect lives and social structures. Signup and view all the answers

Do all people believe that God is the ultimate source of all power?

False Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'power-over' worldview imply?

Power can be acquired, taken away, and defended. Signup and view all the answers

What describes the 'power-with' worldview?

A love-centered perspective sharing God-given power with others. Signup and view all the answers

What is a boycott?

An economic action where customers stop purchasing a product to exert power. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during a strike?

Employees refuse to work, affecting the employer's power. Signup and view all the answers

What is direct action?

Immediate actions aimed at addressing specific needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is social action?

Long-term initiatives aimed at changing societal structures. Signup and view all the answers

Why are both direct and social actions necessary for justice?

Both approaches work together to address immediate and systemic injustice. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of action for justice?

To protect and promote human life and dignity. Signup and view all the answers

What did Gandhi believe about respect for human life?

It should guide all aspects of life. Signup and view all the answers

What does nonviolent non-cooperation involve?

Organizing peaceful protests against unjust laws. Signup and view all the answers

What is civil disobedience?

Intentionally breaking unjust laws. Signup and view all the answers

How can we avoid being blind to injustice?

Be aware of the limitations of our worldview and seek guidance. Signup and view all the answers

How can we become more aware of where we are called to do justice?

By interpreting our senses and recognizing our worldview limitations. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'all creation is interdependent' mean?

We depend on one another for our existence. Signup and view all the answers

What are the root causes of structures of sin according to the Church?

Desire for profit and thirst for power. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to act for justice in solidarity?

Acknowledge interdependence and work for mutual benefit. Signup and view all the answers

How does action based in love confront promoters of injustice?

By loving enemies and restoring relationships. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Norwegians show solidarity against the Nazis?

Refused to cooperate with fascist orders and supported arrested teachers. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic steps of action?

Spirit of solidarity, analysis, action. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of justice?

To preserve dignity and promote life for everyone. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

A Call to Action

An apostolic letter urging Christians to create necessary social, political, and economic changes for justice.

Guidance for Justice Seekers

Action should be guided by "the light of the Gospel" and Church teachings, employing a three-step process.
Collaboration with the Church, good-willed individuals, and the Holy Spirit is encouraged for effective action.

Praxis

Refers to living out one's beliefs that impact the world positively, extending beyond private practice into active faith engagement.

Circle of Faith-in-action

Comprises three steps: Awareness, Analysis, and Action, each rooted in Gospel teachings and aimed at reflecting God's justice.

Awareness

The initial step requires understanding the world through a lens of friendship, aligning with God’s perspective to recognize improvement opportunities.

Analysis

Follows awareness by questioning the current state of the world and determining how it can align with God's intentions.

Action

After analysis, action should be taken to foster justice, leading to deeper world engagement, generating a cycle of increased awareness and action.

Relationship with Worldview

A worldview shapes personal beliefs and influences how one interacts with the world, derived from experiences and cultural contexts.

Culture

Encompasses shared values and beliefs within a group, fostering harmony and understanding among members.

Peer Pressure

Represents the influence that prompts young individuals to conform to a group's culture, potentially altering their identity.

Love-Centered Worldview

Involves viewing the world with the principles of solidarity, characterized by respect, a vision for abundant life, and compassion.

Characteristics of Love-Centered Worldview

Respect: Understanding the inherent goodness of creation by looking beyond appearances.
Vision of Abundant Life: Aspiring for well-being for all, inspired by Jesus’ inclusivity and restoration efforts.
Compassion: Genuine empathy that motivates action to support those who are suffering.

The networks of relationships that define societal functioning, encompassing government, education, and family.

Structures of Sin

Systems that obstruct justice, identified by individual and collective decisions that hinder life-giving relationships.

Human Power

The inherent ability to impact lives and social structures, emphasizing everyone's role in fostering change.

Power Worldviews

Power-over: Views power as a commodity to be gained and defended, often at others' expense.
Power-with: Acknowledges interdependence, promoting shared power aimed at communal good.

Direct Action: Immediate efforts addressing individual needs (e.g., food drives).
Social Action: Long-term initiatives that aim to reform societal structures to encourage justice.

Justice and Human Dignity

The foundational goal of justice actions is to uphold human dignity and life, regarded as essential for societal health.

Gandhi's Influence

Advocated nonviolence and respect for human dignity, leading to India’s independence through peaceful protests and civil disobedience.

Nonviolent Non-Cooperation

Gandhi's method involved organized resistance against unjust laws without resorting to violence, effectively challenging oppressive systems.

Awareness and Injustice

Recognizing the limitations of one’s worldview helps to remain vigilant against injustices; seeking insight through faith is encouraged.

Solidarity

Acknowledges mutual interdependence, highlighting that supporting marginalized individuals ultimately benefits society as a whole.

Action Based in Love

Involves loving one's adversaries to foster reconciliation and restoration rather than perpetuating cycles of conflict.

Historical Context of Resistance

Actions taken by Norwegian teachers exemplified solidarity and nonviolent resistance during Nazi oppression, refusing to compromise their ethical standards.

Main Goal of Justice Efforts

Focuses on preserving dignity and enhancing life quality for all individuals, continuously seeking ways to support those in need.

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Test your understanding of key concepts from Chapter 3 of 'Doing Justice'. This set includes definitions around justice and the guiding principles outlined in the apostolic letter 'A Call to Action'. Perfect for learners seeking to deepen their grasp of social justice themes.