Comparative Religions Y2s2 2010 Question Paper
Comparative Religions Y2s2 2010
Course:Bachelor Of Theology
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2010
COURSE CODE: BIBL 220
COURSE TITLE: COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS
STREAM: Y2S2
DAY: WEDNESDAY
TIME: 2.00 – 4.00 P.M.
DATE: 00/08/2010
INSTRUCTIONS:
(i) Answer any FOUR questions
(ii) Question ONE is COMPULSORY
QUESTION ONE
(a) There are basically three approaches to the study of world religions. Explain what these
are and how they affect our attitudes as Christians towards other religions. (10 Marks)
(b) Explain briefly the importance of studying non-Christian Religions. (5 Marks)
(c) Discuss with reason the growth of non-Christian Religions around the World and particularly
in Africa. (10 Marks)
QUESTION TWO
(a) List the “Five Pillars” and briefly explain how each is practiced in Islam. (9 Marks)
(b) From the study of Islamic Religion, state at least Six principles one should keep in mind in
witnessing Christ to a Muslim. (6 Marks)
QUESTION THREE
(a) Give a brief description of Gautama and beginning of Buddhism. (5 marks)
(b) Briefly discuss the life of Confucius and the beginning of Confucianism. (5 Marks)
(c) Give an overview of Shinto including some basic history and an explanation of the Kami
way. (5 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR
Briefly discuss the following;-
(a) The concept of sin in Islam (3 Marks)
(b) The concept of God in Hinduism (3 Marks)
(c) The teaching of sin and salvation in Shintoism (3 Marks)
(d) Death and Judgement in Zoroastrianism (3 Marks)
(e) Khalsa practice in Sikhism (3 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE
Give a short history of the development of Judaism. (15 Marks)
QUESTION SIX
The doctrinal principles of Confucianism were based upon the uniqueness of human beings. Explain its
teachings in comparison with Christian faith. (10 Marks)
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