CMM3703
Questions PACK
Revision PACK
(2017-2021)
, Answer 4 Questions. Each Question is 25 marks
1. Examine the concepts “Social ethics” and “Social morality”. In your discussion;
a) Critically explore the biblical foundation of Christian social ethics.
b) Discuss the social problems that were faced by biblical figures like The
Prophets, Jesus, and Paul.
2. Critically Discuss the position of the Church Fathers on the following social
issues: common ownership, private property, wealth, usury.
3. Explore comprehensively the social teachings of the following reformers: Martin
Luther, John Calvin, and John Wesley, on personal possessions, stewardship,
profit, interest, and the “spirit of capitalism”.
4. Critically discuss Ubuntu/Botho as the foundation of African Ethics.
5. Discuss the triple heritage of African culture. In view of African culture’s triple
heritage, do you agree or disagree with the view that African culture can never
be authentic?
5. Based on your understanding of Ecumenical Social Thought, and the distinctive
approaches of the Church and State to social problems.
Discuss any one of to the following contemporary social issues: human rights
or sexism and GBV (gender-based violence).
5.1 If you chose human rights, then consider the following:
a) History of the human rights movement, and debates.
b) Do you agree that human rights are universal?
5.2 If you chose sexism, then consider the following:
a) Define sexism? Consider the debate on the institutional vs structural of
sexism.