Christian Ethics in Contemporary Nigeria Society
- Arts
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 97 pages
- 15 units
This course introduces students to Christian Ethics in Contemporary Nigerian Society. It explores the definition, origin, and branches of Christian ethics, examining its relationship with religion and law. The course delves into ethics as a science of thought, its importance, and various ethical theories. It covers ethics in the early church, the ethics of Christ, the Christian's role in the state, and contemporary ethical issues such as abortion and genetic technology.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS863, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS863 · UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS
This course aims at helping the students of Christian Theology to understand the fundamentals of Christian ethics, the various types of ethical considerations and the contemporary ethical issues that the church is faced with.
What you should be able to do
- Define Christian ethics and its relationship to moral philosophy
- Identify the sources of Christian ethics
- Understand the ethics of Jesus and their application to daily life
- Evaluate the role of Christian ethics in the family and society
- Assess the relationship between Christian ethics and the state
- Examine contemporary ethical issues from a Christian perspective
What it prepares you for
- Religious Leader
- Theologian
- Counselor
- Social Worker
- Educator
- Religious Organizations
- Social Services
- Education
- Community Development
- Non-profit Sector
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 their application to Christian beliefs, which can be challenging for students without a background in philosophy.
- Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 3: Christians and the Race Problem
This unit requires critical analysis of complex social and political issues through a Christian lens, demanding nuanced reasoning and application of ethical principles.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 1: Definition of Christian Ethics · 2 hours
Define Christian ethics and its importance.. Differentiate Christian ethics from moral philosophy..
- Week 2Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 2: The Sources of Christian Ethics · 2 hours
Identify the sources of Christian ethics.. Examine the role of the Old Testament, the Law, and the Prophets in shaping Christian ethics..
- Week 3Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 3: The Ethics of Jesus · 2 hours
Analyze the relationship between Jesus' ethics and the Old Testament.. Understand the ethical principles taught by Jesus..
- Week 4Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 4: Christian Character · 2 hours
Explore the concept of Christian character.. Understand the Christian virtues and their importance..
- Week 5Module 1: The Basics of Christian Ethics
Unit 5: The Nature of Sin · 2 hours
Understand the nature of sin from a Christian perspective.. Examine the bondage of sin and the path to victory over it..
- Week 6Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 1: The Ethics of Interpersonal Relations · 2 hours
Examine the duties in interpersonal relations.. Understand the teachings of Jesus on brotherly love and service to others..
- Week 7Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 2: The Christian Duties to Self · 2 hours
Explore the Christian duties to self.. Understand the biblical meaning of self-love and its limitations..
- Week 8Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 3: The Christian Duties to the Society · 2 hours
Examine the Christian duties to society.. Understand the concept of social sin and the Christian's role in combating it..
- Week 9Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 4: The Christian Family · 2 hours
Understand the foundation of Christian family life.. Explore the roles of agape, eros, and philia in marriage..
- Week 10Module 2: The Christian and the Family
Unit 5: The Christian and the Problem of Divorce · 2 hours
Examine the Christian perspective on divorce.. Understand the biblical views on the dissolution of marriage..
- Week 11Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 1: The Culture and Ethics · 2 hours
Explore the relationship between culture and ethics.. Understand the role of the Church in shaping culture..
- Week 12Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 2: The Christian and the State · 2 hours
Examine the relationship between the Christian and the state.. Understand the biblical basis for the state and the Christian's duties to it..
- Week 13Module 3: The Christian and the World Community
Unit 3: Christians and the Race Problem · 2 hours
Understand the Christian perspective on race relations.. Explore the causes and effects of racial prejudice and recommendations for Christian action..
Unit 4: Christians and War Situations · 2 hours
Examine the Christian perspective on war situations.. Understand the biblical foundations for peace and the Christian's role in peacemaking..
Preparing for the exam
- Review definitions of key ethical concepts from Unit 1
- Create a table comparing different ethical theories discussed in Module 1
- Focus on the teachings of Jesus and their practical application (Unit 3, Module 1)
- Practice applying Christian ethical principles to contemporary issues (all units in Module 3)
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS863 about?
This course introduces students to Christian Ethics in Contemporary Nigerian Society. It explores the definition, origin, and branches of Christian ethics, examining its relationship with religion and law. The course delves into ethics as a science of thought, its importance, and various ethical theories. It covers ethics in the early church, the ethics of Christ, the Christian's role in the state, and contemporary ethical issues such as abortion and genetic technology.
How many units does CRS863 have?
CRS863, Christian Ethics in Contemporary Nigeria Society, has 15 units across 3 modules, over 97 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS863?
CRS863 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Arts.
Is CRS863 hard?
CRS863 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS863 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is CRS863 assessed?
CRS863 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CRS863?
Religious Leader, Theologian, Counselor, Social Worker and Educator.