Freedom & Justice Definitions

Freedom Justice Definitions Match the term to the correct definition Natural Law Everything in this world has a purpose shown in its design (natural form). This law allows us to work towards the good in all things. Justice is the virtue that gives each person his or her due in the distribution of goods Principle a rule of good behaviour Morality principles concerning the difference between good and bad; right and wrong Social Gospel how to treat each other based on the Good News preached by Jesus Christ; emphasis on Love, Justice, Forgiveness, Peace Social Justice fairness and duty to one another within society; implies that we are responsible for the well-being of our fellow human beings Distributive Justice what society owes to its individual members for the common good, such as the right to basic needs like food, shelter and education Contributive Justice what individuals owe to society for the common good; for example, by paying taxes we contribute to social programs that help provide people with access to enough food to eat and decent affordable shelter Commutative Justice that which is owed between individuals, such as the exchange of money for property in a business transaction Catholic Social Teaching the church’s presentation and explanation of its reflection upon human beings in society Common Good refers to all the social conditions that allow us to reach our fulfillment more fully and more easily. It is made up of three essential elements: respect for the person; the social well-being and development of the group itself; peace