What Perspective on Forgiveness in Religion Differs from the Psychological

question 15

Multiple Choice

What perspective on forgiveness in religion differs from the psychological perspective?

• A) Encouraging reconciliation as part of the forgiveness process is more likely to be promoted in psychology.
• B) Psychology is more likely to promote the idea that forgiveness can occur with or without an apology from the transgressor.
• C) Encouraging reconciliation as part of the forgiveness process is more likely to be promoted in religion.
• D) Religion is more likely to promote the idea that forgiveness will lead to personal growth.

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Definitions:

Reflection

The process of intentionally thinking about one's actions, experiences, beliefs, and values to gain insights or learning.

Expectancy-value Theory

A psychological theory that explains behavior as driven by the belief that one's effort will lead to desired outcomes and the value of those outcomes to the individual.

Goal

denotes an objective or desired outcome that a person or a system aims to achieve.

Effort

The amount of physical or mental energy expended to achieve a goal or perform a task.