God is the creator of all and we are all 'one in christ'-paul letter to Galatians
Jesus showed in his teachings and actions that all people have human dignity as he mixed with tax collectors and showed importance of caring for all through parables like the good samaritan
We should treat others with human dignity as it says in Jesus' Golden rule
Christian charities e.g. Campaign for racial justice encourage racial justice and support refugees and asylum seekers
Judaism
Jews believe God is creator of all life and every deserves respect.
Book of Leveitcus 'when a stranger stays with you in your land, you shall do him no wrong'
MITZVAH to treat all with dignity
TZEDEK aim to eliminate poverty regardless of race and religion
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Equality
Christianity
Bible teaches that God created all human beings as equal regardless of race or gender
Genisis-'image of God'
Jesus- Golden rule. people should be treated as they would like to be treated yourself.
Parable of the good samaritan
Judaism
All humans made in the 'image of God' we are all equal
Book of Leveticus 'when a stranger stays with you in your land, you shall do him no wrong'
Giving to charity is a MITZVAH and when you give to charity, you are helping to make people feel like they mean something and are equal to everyone else.
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Wealth
Christianity
Material wealth isn't the most important thing in life. Bible-'The love of money is the root of all evil'
Jesus 'You cannot serve both God and Money' Being obsessed with money makes people greedy
Money and possessions are not of lasting value, they can be lost or stolen or loose their value.
We shouldn't store up riches on earth, but in heaven 'lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven'
Judaism
All posessions belong to God, so should neither be chased after or rejected
Book of Proverbs 'Don't wear yourself out trying to get rich. Be wise wnough to control yourself. Wealth can vanish in the wink of an eye
People should budget carefully and provide for oneself and one's family
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Charity
Christainity
Given to charity is important to christains and some give a regular amount to charities such as Cafod and Christian aid
The bible teaches the importance of sharing e.g John the Baptist taught that those with two coats must share one.
Many christains give a tithe (10%) of their income to charities
Judaism
Giving to thos in need is a duty,it's a MITZVAH to care and support others
Financial support to the poor is a called Tzaedaka.
In many Jewish homes there are money boxes called 'Pushkes'. These boxes are used to collect the money that will be given to charity
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