Christian Ethics
- Arts
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 102 pages
- 15 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of Christian Ethics. It explores the origins, sources, and various branches of Christian ethics, examining its relationship with religion and law. The course delves into ethical theories, the ethics of Jesus and the early church, and the Christian's role in society and the state. Contemporary ethical issues such as abortion and genetic technology are also discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of Christian ethics and its practical applications.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS231, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS231 · UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS
It was said of old of an evil man, "For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he" (K.J.V.), and this may be said of the good man as well. The indispensable connection between Christian character and conduct is such that cannot be hidden for long.
What you should be able to do
- Define Christian ethics and its relationship to moral philosophy.
- Identify the sources of Christian ethics and their influence on ethical decision-making.
- Understand the ethical teachings of Jesus and their application to daily life.
- Analyze the role of Christian ethics in family relationships and social interactions.
- Evaluate the Christian perspective on social justice, war, and peace.
- Apply Christian ethical principles to contemporary ethical dilemmas.
What it prepares you for
- Theologian
- Religious Leader
- Ethics Consultant
- Social Worker
- Community Organizer
- Religious Organizations
- Non-profit Sector
- Social Services
- Education
- Government
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 1: Definition of Christian Ethics
This unit requires a deep understanding of philosophical concepts and the ability to differentiate between various ethical frameworks.
- Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 2: The Christian and the State
This unit requires critical thinking to analyze the complex relationship between Christian values and political systems.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 1: Definition of Christian Ethics · 2 hours
Read the introduction to Christian ethics.. Understand the meaning of ethics and its relation to morality.. Examine the need for the 'Christian' perspective in ethics..
- Week 2Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 2: The Sources of Christian Ethics · 2 hours
Identify the sources of philosophical ethics.. Evaluate the role of philosophers in shaping ethics.. Assess the role of divine covenant in shaping Christian ethics..
- Week 3Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 3: The Ethics of Jesus · 2 hours
Know the relation of the ethics of Jesus to the Old Testament.. Understand the factors behind the ethics of Jesus.. Evaluate the ethics of Jesus in the light of ethics in the Church today..
- Week 4Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 4: Christian Character · 2 hours
Understand the Biblical concept of the character of God.. Know the acceptable way of behavior for the Christian.. Evaluate the biblical concept of sin..
- Week 5Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 5: The Nature of Sin · 2 hours
Understand the nature of sin.. Relate this to its overbearing influence on humanity.. Assess the role of the redemptive work of Christ in salvation from sin..
- Week 6Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 1: The Ethics of Interpersonal Relations · 2 hours
Understand the circumstances that the Christian is faced with living in the modern society.. Know the directives of the word of God concerning our relationship with others.. Examine the need for commitment and steadfastness in our relationship with others..
- Week 7Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 2: The Christian Duties to Self · 2 hours
Understand the Biblical Meaning of Self love.. Relate this effectively with the Biblical concept of love.. Understand the natural law of morality..
- Week 8Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 3: The Christian Duties to Society · 2 hours
Know the right duties of the Christian to the larger society.. Understand the concept of social sin.. Know the meaning of social evil..
- Week 9Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 4: The Christian Family · 2 hours
Understand the Biblical meaning of the family.. Know the teachings of Jesus on the family.. Understand the need for monogamy as postulated by Christianity..
- Week 10Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 5: The Christian and the Problem of Divorce · 2 hours
Know what divorce means.. Understand the problems attributed to divorce.. Assess the causes of the problem..
- Week 11Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 1: The Culture and Ethics · 2 hours
Define culture.. Know the relation of culture to the environment.. Understand the relation of ethics to culture..
- Week 12Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 2: The Christian and the State · 2 hours
Define what a state is.. Understand the biblical basis for a state.. See the need to build a state on love and justice..
- Week 13Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 3: Christians and the Race Problem · 2 hours
Understand the meaning of racism.. Know the causes of racial prejudice.. Know the biblical foundations for fighting against racism..
Unit 4: Christians and War Situations · 2 hours
Understand the biblical injunctions concerning a war situation.. Know what must be done to stop the advents of war.. Understand that war is always a lose-lose situation..
Unit 5: World Peace and International Order · 2 hours
Understand the need for global peace.. Know the Christian's suggestions at achieving this.. Appreciate efforts at achieving this..
Preparing for the exam
- Review the definitions of key ethical concepts from Unit 1 and create flashcards.
- Compare and contrast the ethical teachings of Jesus with Old Testament ethics (Units 2 and 3).
- Outline the main points of Christian character and the nature of sin (Units 4 and 5).
- Summarize the Christian perspective on family, society, and the state (Module 2 and Units 1-2 of Module 3).
- Analyze the arguments for and against war from a Christian perspective (Unit 4 of Module 3).
- Practice applying ethical principles to case studies involving contemporary ethical issues.
- Create a timeline of key events and figures in the development of Christian ethics.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and focus on areas where you received lower scores.
- Form a study group to discuss and debate complex ethical dilemmas.
- Prioritize studying the units with peak difficulty periods to ensure a strong understanding.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS231 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of Christian Ethics. It explores the origins, sources, and various branches of Christian ethics, examining its relationship with religion and law. The course delves into ethical theories, the ethics of Jesus and the early church, and the Christian's role in society and the state. Contemporary ethical issues such as abortion and genetic technology are also discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of Christian ethics and its practical applications.
How many units does CRS231 have?
CRS231, Christian Ethics, has 15 units across 3 modules, over 102 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS231?
CRS231 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Arts.
Is CRS231 hard?
CRS231 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS231 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is CRS231 assessed?
CRS231 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with CRS231?
Theologian, Religious Leader, Ethics Consultant, Social Worker and Community Organizer.