Religious attitudes to rich and poor
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- Created on: 03-04-14 09:23
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- Religious attitudes to rich and poor in society.
- Christianity.
- People have been given talents which should not be wasted (use them to earn money.
- "the love of money is the root of all evil"
- Christians should practice stewardship in how they use their money.
- Excess wealth should be shared with the poor.
- Spiritual riches are more important than material riches.
- Buddhism
- The Buddha left a wealthy life for a poorer one because wealth led to cravings and selfishness.
- Excess wealth should be shared to the poor so the giver can earn good karma.
- Excess wealth should be used to help eliminate poverty.
- Equality is key although they accept there will be rich and poor in society.
- The Buddha left a wealthy life for a poorer one because wealth led to cravings and selfishness.
- Christianity.
- Excess wealth should be shared to the poor so the giver can earn good karma.
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