BTheol Bachelor of Theology Christian Ethics 3

Question 1

Which concept describes the biblical idea that every person bears the image of God and therefore has inherent dignity?

Accepted Answer

Imago Dei

Answer

Imago Dei (Latin: 'image of God') from Genesis 1:26-27 is the foundational Christian basis for human dignity and equal moral worth.

Question 2

Liberation theology, as developed by Gustavo Gutiérrez, places special emphasis on:

Accepted Answer

God's preferential option for the poor and oppressed

Answer

Liberation theology argues that God's justice requires a preferential option for the poor, making social liberation integral to Christian salvation.

Question 3

The concept of 'stewardship' in Christian environmental ethics teaches that humans are:

Accepted Answer

Managers of God's creation, responsible for its care

Answer

Christian stewardship ethics holds that humans are caretakers, not owners, of creation, entrusted by God with responsibility for its flourishing.

Question 4

In just war theory, which criterion requires that war be declared by a legitimate governing authority?

Accepted Answer

Legitimate authority

Answer

Legitimate authority is the just war criterion requiring that war be declared by a recognized governing body, not private individuals or factions.

Question 5

Which New Testament passage is most central to debates about Christian civil disobedience?

Accepted Answer

Romans 13:1-7 (submit to governing authorities)

Answer

Romans 13:1-7, where Paul commands submission to governing authorities, is the primary text in debates about when—if ever—Christians may disobey civil law.

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BTheol Bachelor of Theology Christian Ethics 3