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Rituals And Symbols In African Religion Question Paper

Rituals And Symbols In African Religion

Course:Bachelor Of Education In Religious Studies

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ARTS AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
ARE 414: RITUALS AND SYMBOLS IN AFRICAN RELIGION
DATE: WEDNESDAY, 18TH JUNE 2008

TIME: 11.00 A.M. ? 1.00 P.M.
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INSTRUCTIONS: Answer THREE questions, at least ONE from EACH section.

SECTION ONE:

1.
a)
Define Rituals and Symbols showing how they are interrelated.
b)
Outline the scope and functions of Rituals and Symbols.

2.
?Greetings and parting rituals have religious significance in African context.?

Discuss this statement based on symbolism in ritual.

3.
Examine religious symbolism in rituals related to sacrifices and offerings.

SECTION TWO:

4.
Using relevant examples, evaluate the significance of ritualism and symbolism as
essential properties of being.

5.
Discuss symbolism in death and funeral rituals using illustrations from an African
community.

6.
Critically examine the role and functions of rituals in contemporary society.

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