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Doctor Who: A Town Called Mercy: Which crimes, if any, are so great that they warrant the death of the perpetrator?

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand different theories of punishment.
  • Consideration of the treatment of convicted prisoners.
  • Consideration of whether capital punishment is ever justifiable.

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Doctor Who: A Town Called Mercy: How can competing rights be reconciled when crimes have been committed, so that everyone gets justice?

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the concepts of justice and injustice.
  • Awareness of Christian teaching about judgement, forgiveness and punishment.
  • Understanding the concept of human rights.
  • Consideration of society’s obligation to protect its weaker members.

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