CRE Notes and Past Papers
AFRICAN MORAL AND CULTURAL VALUES
(i) The meaning of life and its wholeness in the traditional African society In TAS, God is the source of life. Life is a rhythm which recycles itself. There are several dimensions of life i.e. Physical dimensions. Social dimension. Spiritual dimension. Environmental dimension. Physical dimension of life refers to the material state of human beings. […]
Read MoreSelected Aspects in African Religious Heritage: African Concept of God, Spirits and Ancestors
African concept of God, Spirits and Ancestors a) God All African communities believe in a supreme being who is the origin and sustainer of all things. He is the creator of the universe and all that it contains. All Africans agree that nobody has ever seen God. Attributes of God as understood by African people […]
Read MoreLoyalty to God: Elijah
Elijah means “Yahweh is my God” Factors that led to spread of idolatry in Israel Introduction: Idolatry refers to worship of idols. An idol is an image representing a god usually made using materials such as bronze, stone or hard wood. The images of these gods would be kept in the places of worship where […]
Read MoreLEADERSHIP IN ISRAEL: DAVID AND SOLOMON
Background to Kingship in Israel Refers to the manner in which a community’s way of life is ruled or controlled. When the Israelites settled in Canaan for the first 200 years they were ruled by judges. The first judge was Joshua who took over after Moses died in the wilderness. The period after Joshua’s death […]
Read MoreThe Sinai Covenant: Moses
The call of Moses Exodus 3:1-22 The call of Moses took place as follows; Moses had gone to look after his father-in-law’s flocks near Mt. Horeb/ Mt. Sinai which means mountain of God. An angel appeared to him as a burning bush which was not being consumed. Moses moved near to see what was happening […]
Read MoreFaith and God’s Promises: Abraham
Background to the Call of Abraham Gen 11:24 – 32. Abraham was the son of Terah who lived in the city of Ur. Abraham was an Amorite/ a Semitic tribe who occupied the fertile crescent of the Middle East. Abraham’s father migrated to Haran with his family. Their religion was polytheistic. Sacrifices were made to […]
Read MoreCREATION AND THE FALL OF MAN
(GENESIS 1-3, 6-9, 11) INTRODUCTION In this topic, you shall learn about creation and the fall of man. This information is in Genesis. BIBLICAL ACCOUNTS OF CREATION AND THEIR MEANINGS The book of Genesis begins with two creation stories. The first creation story is in Genesis chapter one. The second creation story is in Genesis […]
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CRE Form 1 Notes Topic 2: THE BIBLE
Introduction The Bible is the sacred book containing God’s revelation to people. It is the inspired word of God. It is the book through which God communicates with His people. The Bible as the word of God The Bible is the word of God because: a) The written scripture contain God’s word. b) Through the […]
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CRE Form 1 Notes Topic 1: Introduction to Christian Religious Education
THE IMPORTANCE OF LEARNING CRE Definition of Christian Religious Education (CRE) Christian Religious Education is the study of God’s revelation to human beings through scriptures, the persons of Je9sus Christ and the Holy Spirit. Why do schools study CRE? There are many reasons why schools study CRE. Some of the reasons are to: a) Enable […]
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CRE Form 4 Notes
Topic 1: INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS TOPIC 2: CHRISTIAN APPROACHES TO HUMAN SEXUALITY, MARRIAGE AND FAMILY TOPIC 3: CHRISTIAN APPROACHES TO WORK Topic 4: Christian Approaches to Leisure Topic 5: Christian Approaches to Wealth, Money and Poverty Topic 6: Christian Approaches to Law, Order and Justice Topic 7: Christian Approaches to Selected Issues Related To […]
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CRE Form 4 Topic-by-Topic Questions and Answers
TOPIC ONE CHRISTIAN ETHICS Q1. What is the meaning of Christian Ethics? This is the study of human conduct or behavior. It is about how Christians make choices in their daily lives guided by Christian principles and value. Q2. What is the basis or sources or foundation of Christian Ethics? The Bible/Biblical scripture (holy) The […]
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CRE Form 4 Notes Topic 7: Christian Approaches to Selected Issues Related To Modern Science, Technology and Environment
LESSON 1: DEFINITIONS Science – subject field that deals with a systematic study of our surroundings and behavior of materials in the universe. It is based on observation, experimentation and measurement. Technology – application of science to achieve desired objectives. Environment – our surroundings – both natural and human made i.e. mountains, lakes, land, forests, […]
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