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Rest 754: Rites Of Passage In Africa Question Paper

Rest 754: Rites Of Passage In Africa 

Course:Masters Of Arts In Religious Studies

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013





CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF MASTERS OF ARTS RELIGION


REST 754: RITES OF PASSAGE IN AFRICA

STREAMS: MA (RELIGION) TIME: 2 HOURS

DAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY 14/8/2013 8.30 AM- 10.30 AM

INSTRUCTIONS:

Answer any three Questions

1. Discuss the importance of the various types of rites of passage in Africa societies and their religious meaning and purposes. [20 Marks]

2. Distinguish between personal and communal rituals. What is the value of religious festivals and to what extent are religious festivals important in the life of the individuals. [20 Marks]

3. Explain the ideas which African people hold about the belief that human life continues after death. [20 Marks]

4. Discuss the meaning and purposes of marriage according to Africans. Why is it considered necessary by African people for everyone to get married under normal circumstances? [20 Marks]

5. Explain the traditional African rituals which are believed to cause the spread of HIV/AIDS and highlight alternative practices which may prevent the situation.
[20 Marks]
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