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    Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Buddhist perspective (J625/09) - Religion, peace and conflict - Peace and peace making — OCR GCSE Religious Studies

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    Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Buddhist perspective (J625/09) - Religion, peace and conflict - Peace and peace making explained

    Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Buddhist perspective (J625/09) - Religion, peace and conflict - Peace and peace making covers 5 specification points, including Pacifism; Non-violence as force; Value of peace and Absolute pacifism; Conditional pacifism.

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    1. Key philosophical and ethical concepts: Pacifism; Non-violence as force; Value of peace
    2. The concept of pacifism, including: Absolute pacifism; Conditional pacifism
    3. Different Buddhist teachings, beliefs and attitudes in relation to pacifism
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    1. Different ways individuals, communities and society work for peace, including: The way religious teachings about peace are applied and understood by individuals and Buddhist communities; Different Buddhist attitudes to the use of violence to achieve peace; Working for peace and justice in situations, communities and society; Whether working for peace should be the most important activity for Buddhists; Non-violent action (ahimsa)
    2. Learners should be aware of the justifications Buddhists give for different views, attitudes and understandings, from the perspectives of different Buddhist groups.

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