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Rest 769: Modern Trends In African New Religious Movements Question Paper

Rest 769: Modern Trends In African New Religious Movements

Course:Masters Degree In Religious Studies

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF MASTERS DEGREE IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES
REST 769: MODERN TRENDS IN AFRICAN NEW RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS
STREAMS: M.A (RELIGION) TIME: 3 HOURS
DAY/DATE: THURSDAY 18/4/2013 2.30 PM – 5.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:

ANSWER FOUR QUESTIONS ONLY.

1. Define the term ‘New Religious Movement’ and account for their rapid proliferation in African’s urban areas today. [15 Marks]

2. Using relevant examples examine the main challenges facing the new religious movements in Africa and show how they have addressed some of these challenges in order to survive. [15 Marks]

3. The leaders of the new religious movements are more of celebrated star performers than serious evangelists. Discuss. [15 Marks]

4. The success of the new religious movements in Africa lies on their high regard for the African culture. Discuss. [15 Marks]

5. To what extent did the East African revival movement contribute to the regeneration of the African spirituality in 1950s? [15 Marks]

6. Discuss the distinctive features of the African independent churches and say why they stand a chance to survive in Africa than the New Religion Movements. [15 Marks]
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