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Bas 103: Introduction To Philosophy And Religion Question Paper

Bas 103: Introduction To Philosophy And Religion

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Counselling

Institution: Moi University question papers

Exam Year:2012

MOI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION AND THEOLOGY EXAMINATION

BAS 103: INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION.

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
Answer FOUR questions in total. Answer TWO questions from each section. All questions carry equal marks.

SECTION A
1. Discuss the nature, scope and relevance of philosophy.

2. EITHER
a. Analyze the nature of ethics and evaluate one ethical theory of your choice

OR
b. Using concrete examples, explain whether or not there are some objective factors in the beautiful

3. Define logic and explain its relevance in human endeavors with concrete examples.

4. EITHER
a. Assess critically the positions of rationalism and empiricism indicating your own views about them.

OR
b. Discuss the concept of change and permanence showing whether or not they are facts in human experience

SECTION B
5. Discuss at least four reasons why it is difficult to formulate a universal yet precise definition of religion.

6. Examine Ninian Smart's ideas on religion under the following headings
a. Object
b. Goal
c. Function

7.
a. With illustrations explain three functions of religion in society

OR
b. Discuss at least three sources for the study of religion.

8. In your view, why is it important to study philosophy and religion as a discipline?

Bas 103: Introduction To Philosophy And Religion Question Paper

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