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Edr 121: History Of Religion Question Paper

Edr 121: History Of Religion

Course:Bachelor Of Education

Institution: University Of Eldoret question papers

Exam Year:2014

UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET
YEAR I SEMESTER II
2013/2014
BARCHELOR OF EDUCATION (ARTS)

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
Answer FOUR Questions, Two from each section. All questions carry equal marks. Marks will be awarded for clarity, accuracy and good handwriting.
SECTION A:
1. Explain the main features of organised religions as they evolved from the invention of Agriculture to the modern period. (15marks).
2. Highlight and explain the religious significance of taboos among the Eskimos (15marks).
3. Write notes on the following common features among the Aborigines of Australia. 15 marks
a. belief in totemism
b. belief in the role of the medicine-man
c. belief in supernatural beings
4. Highlight and explain the main elements of an African Religion. 15 marks
SECTION B:
5. Explain the following features in Hinduism. (15marks).
- The Vedic Deities
- Caste system in the religious Dogma
- Salvation by devolution.
6. Briefly explain the fundamental teachings and doctrines of Buddhism (15marks).
7. With examples from the life of mahavira, explain how he lived a life of asceticism and austerity to gain Liberation. ( 15marks)
8. Explain the features that distinguishes Taoism as a religion. (15marks).

Edr 121: History Of Religion Question Paper

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