Studies of Religion I

What is chosen to be upheld in ethical decisions is shaped by sources such as sacred texts or lived experience and how they help adherents navigate the world today. With reference to the stimulus, analyse how the ethical teachings of Christianity guide adherents to navigate the world today. In your response, refer to ONE of the following areas: • Bioethics • Environmental ethics • Sexual ethics.

Outline ONE ethical teaching in Christianity.

Religious practices are the sacred threads that weave together adherents’ beliefs and connect them to the divine.
With reference to this statement, explain how ONE of the following practices expresses the beliefs of Christianity: • Baptism • Marriage ceremony • Saturday/Sunday worship.

Significant people or schools of thought have been agents of change, enriching the faith and inspiring new forms of religious expression. With reference to the statement, analyse the impact of ONE significant person OR school of thought, other than Jesus.