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QUESTION ONE 313/1
| 1. INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
The)national goals of education: »
National unity.
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National development’e.g. social and economic development.
Indif/idual development and self-fulfiliment.
Soofal equity.
Respect and development of cultural heritage.
Intemational consciousness.
What is Christian religious education:
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Itis the study of God’s self-revelation to human beings through scriptures, the person of
Jess and the Holy Spirit. ;
It is the study of how Christians should respond to this revelation in our daily lives and
experiences.
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7 Reisons for learning Christian religious education in secondary schools in Kenya:
¥_ tequips the leamer with an understanding of God/ spiritual growth.
Y Ithplps the leaner acquire life skills to handle challenges in life.
¥.Fheips one respect their own/ other people’s religious beliefs/ culture. —
¥ ‘Ithblps onéto doquire basic principles for Christian living/ moral values.
.-’ Y%-Ithelps one to understand how to relate with other people.
It gives answers to questions and mysteries of life like death and why people suffer.
It explains the origin/ purpose of human beings on earth.
It Jéads to employment/ career opportunities like lawyers/ priests/ teachers. --
How Christian religious education promotes national unity: —
Itteaches on moral values. @9
It teaches on self-respect and respect for others. Q
‘Teaches on the need to réspect our religion, culture and those of others.
It encourages respect of authority and laws of the country.
It promotes international consciousness.
It teaches on focial equality of all races.
Itig a caréer subject.
It dan be read/ learnt by students of different religious backgrounds.
How the study of Christian Religious Education promotes morality in the society: —
It instills virtues of honesty, diligence and Jolerance in people> *
It contributes to spiritual development of an individual.
Itis the foundation of basic principles of Christian living.
It encourages love among people.
Ithelps one to cope up with various challenges of life.
It promotes social unity/ cohesion.
It instills the spirit of sharing.
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ious education teaches that all men have one origin/ created by God.
It teaches that all men are God’s children/ universality of God.
Y_ Itteaches respect faimess to all people regardless of color, sex or oree#-
"¥- Itteaches about other religions! enables ytudents to appreciate all 181°"
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SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 3/34 Y It teaches about equality of all God’s people. ;
Y tumites students ftom all over the world students from diverse backgrounds learn
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vit ‘s a career subject that prepares one to practice the profession anywhere in the world
Y It teaches about peace/ love/ harmony for all people in the World/ peaceful co-existence
-2. THE BIBLE
Y Bible is the inspired word of God/ the written word of God.
+ Reasons why the Bible is considered as the word of God: 4
Y The people/ authors who wrote the Bible were under the influence of the Holy Spirit’
inspired. .
¥ Through it, God’s character /atributes/ nature is revealed. = i :
Y_ Gad speaks/ communicates to human beings through the Bible/ it contains God’s spoken
words.
Y It shows the will/ desire of God for human beings.
¥ Through the Bible God guides people in their daily lives.
Y It transforms the lives ‘of people! source of moral wales
LY. Part of the Bible was directly written by God Himself e.g. the Ten Commandments,
¥, Prophecies/ promises made in the Bible have been/ are being fulfilled.
Yt reveals the actions done by God.
Itoutlines God’s plan of salvation fulfilled through Jesus Christ.
Itremains relevant for all generations,
‘Human authors of the Bible. 2" Peter
Moses.
King David.
King Solomon.
Joshua,
Jeremiah, . >
Esther.
St. Paul,
St. Luke.
Mathew.
Peter,
James,
me mae division’vf the Old and New Testament:
Historical books,
Prophetic books,
Poetic books, be
The Gospels/ ‘Biographi
Epistles/ Letters graphical books.
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They include: which are referred to us the Pentateuch:
Y Genesis NK,
Y Exodus. Me
Y Leviticus.
¥ Numbers.
Y Deuteronomy.
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SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 313/1 Historical books in the Ol 7
The historical books are: Ole estaments
Joshua,
Judges.
Ruth.
1* Samuel.
2"Samuel.
1" Kings.
2" Kings.
Ezra,
‘Nehemiah.
Esther.
1 Chronicles.
2™ Chronicles.
‘Major prophetic books in the Old Testament:
Jeremiah.'
Isaiah.
Ezekiel. 4 4
Daniel. ea
Lamentation: NF
Minor prophetic books in thé Old Testament:
Hosea. »
Joel
‘Amos.
Obadiah. /
Jonah.
Micah. ~
‘Nahum.
tbakkuk.
Zephaniah.
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Zechariah.
Malachi...
Poetic books in the Old Testament: \—
Jobs
Psalms.
Proverbs,
Ecclesiastes..
‘Songs of Solomon.
“They are also referred to as writings or Wisdom books.
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Judith.
Ecelesiasticus 3
Books of wisdom.
Baruch. * :
1* Maccabees.
2" Maccabees.
“Major divisions of the New Testament:
‘The Gospels e.g. St. Luk
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1 Ct d ¥ Historical books e.g. Acts of Apostles.
¥ Prophetic books e.g. book of revelation.
Y The Epistles/ Pauline Letters. :
© The three categories of the Epistles! letters:
The letters fall under three categories:
= The letters of Paul/ Pauline letters
¥ Romans.
¥ \* Corinthians.
¥ 2" Corinthians.
Y Galatians.
Y Ephesians.
¥ Philippians.
Y Coldssians.
¥ 1* Thessalonians.
¥ 2 Thessalonians.
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nny we eoin nh and are called pastoral letters because of their concer for life and
teachings of the church. They include the following.
1 Timothy.
2" Timothy.
Titus,
Philemon.
Hebrews.
‘The Catholic letters.
James.
1* Peter.
2 Peter.
1° John.
2 John.
3" John,
Jude.
Reasons why the Bible is referred to as the library:
It contains many books/ 66 books. y-
~The books were written by different authors. Vv
Ithas different categories of books/ divisions/ sections,
‘The books are written in different styles,
‘The books in the Bible were written at different tim*@/ situations.
The books in the Bible address different issues! topics/ themes,
‘The books were written for different audience/ readers,
The books ate systematically arranged/ chrondlogical/ order.
Itisa racine book cf theology and teaching C.R-E in schools and colleges.
Reasons why the Bible had to be a
eer Complid into is Present form by the early
The eye witnesses of Jesus Christ were being killed,
In order to prevent informa geting lost
To counterict be ee teachers who were confusing believers.
snsure that the same doctrige and pet i | Christi
A each out to the Jews in the Dan CeletS were being taught to all Christians.
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To preserve an orderly account of Bibtigat
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Rye athe © Church/ increased number of believers who needed material
Literary forms used in writing the Bible: /
Poetry/ poems/ epics, — (5.1
Wise sayings — pq;
Prose/ Narratives,
Legal/. Law expressions.
Prophetic speeches. — # <<: |, “
Gospels. — Lt ¢
Prayers. eoraty
Sermons.
Philosophical essays. Jos ae
Songs. Sorc uy.
Letters! epistles. = J 6 hye
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Translation of the Bible from original lanj ,
‘The Old Testament was originally writen nee eee
‘The New Testament was originally written in Greek. s
The Old Testament was translated from Hebrew to Greek
The entire Bible was translated from Latin by Jerome
The Bible was directly translated from Hebrew and Greek into English by William
‘Tyndale. .
‘The Bible was translated into national languages of European countries during the period
of reformation/ Germany. ,
It was translatell from.English into Kiswabjli by Dr. Kraft. mat
Ithas been translatéd into other local languages by the Bible society of Kenya/
individuals. .
Effects of the translation of the Bible into local langunges: V’
(. Bible translation has led.to the development of the African temas
D tehas led to the spread of the word of God to.many people.
Y Ithas éontributed to improved literacy levels among the Africans. ~
A Tthas led to emergence of African independent churches! schools/ African leadership.
Y thas contzibuted to numerical growth of the Church/ expansion of the church
membership. ; | a
V Ithas led to ecumenical cooperation among Christians in Africa.
thas made people to carryout research it African beliefS/ practices.
Tt has enhanced the development of printing press! bookshops/ creation of jobs.
‘The translation of the Bible has made Africans to incorporate their cultural practices into
istian worship.
Through the tranclation people are able to apply the Bible teachings in their lives
It gives people an opportunity to analyze the Bit le in relation to their cultures.
Negative effects of the Bible version used in Kenya today: ‘ es
Some versions are difficult to understand such as those that use old words like ‘Thou”,
“ye” and “hath”. > | ve.
TP has led to the existence of too many Bible versions thus confusing Christians
Same Bible versions are too simplified thus distorting the intended mess0E", young
Some Bible versions have omitted original phrases/ words such as virgin '°
woman’ hence distorting the value-of virginity. spe wile leading 0
‘The many versions have led to misinterpretations of some’ tions of
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‘The many versions have diluted the content contained in the original manuscript.
‘The many versions have led to conflicts amongst Christians due to misinterpretations of
scriptures. an, >
“They have led ing of many Christian denominations.
The many versione bers et aay doctrines/ beliefs such as the use of alcohol.
Reasons why the Bible was translated into other languages: |"
To make the word of God be read by as many people as possible hence facilitating
evangelization, s
To enable ‘many people to read and understand the word of God. _
To revise all the versions and keep abreast of changes in the world.
To indigenize Christianity, that is, to encourage its adaptation to local situations and
culture, im ot A
So that missionaries/ evangelists could use it as a tool of educating Africans/ desire to
know how to read and write so that they can read the bible.
Versions of the Bible used by the churches in Kenya today:
Revised Standard Version.
Good News Bible... 2
Common Bible
‘New International Version. —
King James Version.
The African Bible.
Jerusalem Bible.
The Living Bible.
‘The Gideons International Version.
‘The New English Bible.
The Holy Bible.
Jerome Bible.
The Youths Bible.
Amplified Bible.
* Reasons why Christians read the Bible: 47~~
It provides Christians with moral values.
Itis a source of spiritual nourishment/ spiritual development.
Ttis used in Christian worship..—
It gives them inspiration/ hope.
Ithelps them to understand their relationship with God and among human beings.
It is a source of Christian beliefs/ practices/ doctrines.
Itis a source of knowledge. y
It is the word of God/ the authors were inspired by God, ~~
It reveals God to them and makes them understand the will of God.
‘Ways in which Christians in Kenya use the Bible: —
Christians read the Bible for Spiritual growth/ bible study/ meditation encouragement.
They use it for instructing the new converts/ Bible study,”
It is used as text book in teaching Christian Religious Education in schools and colleges.
It is used as resource material in search of general knowledge.
Itis used to compose Christian hymns/ songs/ drama films,
It is used as a prayer book/ to exorcise. .
It is used for ei evangelism rebuke,
js used to explain Christian ethics) ri is .
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v “The Bible is the main source book for Christian preaching/ sermons.
The Bible is used for composing songs/ singing.
It is used in the production of Christian movies/ videos/ radio programs! plays.
The Bible is used in swearing/ taking oath of allegiance.
It is used to organize Bible studies/ teaching Sunday schools/ Sabbath schools.
Verses from the Bible are used for imprints/ posters.
It is used in writing doctrines for different denominations.
Biblical texts are used in the teaching of Christian Religious Education.
Itis used to offer guidance and counseling. = _—
Occasions when Christians use the Bible:
‘When preaching the word of God/ Crusades/ church sermons.
When in Court. ~~ a
‘When instructing new convert/ Bible study.
During different Christian religious ceremonies! festivals“
‘When teaching Christian Religious Education in schools and cotfeges. is
It is used during fellowships / prayers/ guidance and counseling.
‘When composing Christian songs/ plays/ literature.
During a swearing in ceremony of a public officer.
\ Ways in which the Bible is misused in Kenya today: “~~
Y- Itis used to take oaths in courts/ offices by people who may not be believers/ not saying —
the truth,
tis kept in places associated with evil such as lodgings.
‘There is the distortion of the Biblical teachings/ specific verses are picked to fulfill
individuals demand/ misinterpretation,
‘Some people use the Bible as ordinary textbook/ reference material.
It is being used in witchcraft/ cults to mislead people. ee
‘The Bible is not read for spiritual growth but it is kept for display.
Some people use the Bible to threaten others/ administer curses.
‘Some people are using it fo enrich themselves/ itis a tool of trade.
Some new versions translated have changed the original meaning of the Bible.
#_ Ways through which the church is spreading the word of God in Kenya: ~
By use of electronic media.
By providing Bibles.
Through publishing /printing Christian literature/ magazines/ print media,
By carrying outreach campaigns! door- door witness.
Orgaiizing youth camps/ seminars retreats! study /eonferences.
Helping the needy/ building homes for the aged.
Supporting the teaching of Christian Religious education,
By preaching the word/ holding crusades.
By sending out missionaries/ financing them.
By organizing choirs/ singing groups/ drama,
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3. CREATION AND THE FALL OF HUMANKIND
Description of the first account of creation, Genesis 1:2-4:
The earth was formless and empty.
God created everything through divine command.
‘The work of creation took six days.
God created light/ separated light from darkness on the first day.
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He created heaven and the sky on the second day.
He credited the cath, seas and the oceans on the third day. ;
On the fourth day, He created the heavenly bodies the sun, moon and stars,
On the fifth day, He created the birds and sea creatures.
On the sixth day, God created the wild and domestic animals and man,
On the seventh day, God rested/ Holy day.
Everything that God created was well and good.
Description of the second account of creation in Genesis 2:4-25:
When God created the heavens and the earth, the land was bare and without any life,
‘A mist went up from the earth and watered the ground.
God formed man from dust and breathed into his nostrils, the breath of life,
God planted the Garden of Eden and placed man in it,
God planted the trees including the tree of life and knowledge in the middle part of the
garden.
The garden was watered by four rivers.
God put man in it to till and guard it.
Man was commanded to eat from any tree in the garden except the tree of knowledge of
good and evil lest he dies,
God created animals and birds and gave them to man to name them.
God created woman from man’s ribs to be his helper.
Man named her a woman because she was part of his bones and flesh.
Both lived as husband and wife in companionship and without shame for each other,
Similarities in the two creation accounts of Genesis chapters one and two:
In both; God is acknowledged as the sole creator.y~
In both huuman beings are given responsibilities/ have authority over God’s creation,
In both accounts, human beings are special/ share in God’s image.
In both creation stories, there is a sense of order.
In both stories, created things depend on God for sustenance/ He is the provider.
In both accounts God is self-existent/ existed beforé creation. =
In both stories God is the source.of life.
In both stories God created male and female human sexuality.
Differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis chapter one and two:
The order of creation is given in the first account but no order is mentioned in the sccond
account, —
Both man and woman are created at the same time and in the image of God in the firs
account but in the second account, man is created from dust and woman froin man’s rib
In the first account, creation is out of nothing but in the second account, man is made out
of dust of the ground as the plants are made to grow out of a garden, 7
In the first account, human beings are created last while in the second account they are~ ~
created first. = eo
In the first account, God gives names to what He orders to be while in the sevond account
man is mandated to name all that God has created. sng
In the first account, humans are to subdue the carth while in the second account; God
subdues them in the Garden of Eden, r
In the first account, creation is completed in six days while in the second account there
are no number of days given:e-
God rested on the seventh day according to the first account while in the second account;
there is no mention of a day of rest.
In the first account, God created human beings for procreation while in the second
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‘was alone.
Inthe first account, God appreciated everything he created as good while in the second
account, He said it is not good for man to be alone.
‘The attributes of God with reference to the Genesis stories of creation in chapters
one and two:
¥ God is all powerful/ omnipotent
¥- God is orderly/ perfect.
¥ God is everywhere/ omnipresent. -~
Y Godis the provider! sustainer. _—
Y Heis the creator,
¥ Godis all knowing /omniscient. —
¥ He commands morals; obedience exhibited by Adam and Eve
Y God is loving; wants a personal relationship with man
Y God is everlasting/ self-existence.
Y God is spirit, —
Y Godis the source of all goodness.
Y Godisholy,-
4 Meaning of the Biblical accounts of creation in Genesis chapters one and two:
Y God existed before creation.
¥ Gods the sole creator of all that exist.
Y Creation is not by accident but by deliberate will and power of God.
Y Human beings are obliged to treat the rest of creation with reverence and respect.
Y Creation is a continuous process. | j
Y Creation takes place in an orderly and systematic manner.
Y God created everything for a purpose.
¥ Human beings are created in God’s divine image to rule over the world on His behalf.
Y God is concerned with well-being of human beings as he provided food, a garden to stay
in and a companion for the man.
Y Human beings have the divine responsibility to marry and procreate.
¥ Human beings are created to live in fellowship with God and perform His will.
© The teachings about human beings from the Biblical creation accounts:
¥ Human beings are created in the image/ likeliness of God.
Y They have been given authority/ dominion over God’s creation.
¥ They communicate/ fellowships with God. °
¥ Human life is God given/have the breath of life from God.
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‘They have the ability to think /reason/ make choices! decisions in their lives
They are blessed by God.
‘They have been given a special place to stay/ Garden of Eden. ~
‘Human beings are to use other creation/ plant for their benefits.
‘They are to take care of the creation/ tll the land /work.
Hiuman beings are to procreate/ multiply through marrage.
Human beings are social beings/need companions!
Human beings are Gods creation/ male and female/they are equal
‘The woman is created out of man's rib. "ot
Responsibilities given to human beings by God in
To cultivate the garden/ till the land. i
To procreate/ have children/ multiply. ey yi,
To be in charge of the fish, birds and the animals) rol the God
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To obey God’s command/ instructions, ieee
/_To marry for companionship.
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} Y To feed from the plants. hoe
¥ To cate/ conservelpreserve/ guard/ protect God’s creation.
¥ To name God's creation.
Y Tohelp one another.
Y To respect each other. x |
«Teachings on the relationship between human beings and the environment:
Y Both human beings and the environments were created by God/ they have common
origin, : .
Human beings should take care ofthe environment/ preserve/ conserve it
Y Human beings should enjoy God’s creation the rest of creation was made for the human
beings/ use for glory of God. a
¥ Allereation ia very good; human beings should treat the rst of creation with reverence
and respect. 3
¥ Human beings and the environment/ rest of creation are interdependent of their existence
to each other.
Y Human beings and the rest of creation have a common destiny.
¥ Human beings should have authority over the rest of God’s creation/ are superior/ subdue
it,
+ How Christian can care for God’s creation toda
¥ Human beings should treat the rest of creation with respect and reverence,
Y Christian should preserve, conserve and donate to the environment
¥ Christians should care for God's creation like wild animals by building game reserves.
Y Christians can contribute to the scientific discovery of niedicine to wild animal diseases
by providing money donation to such institutions,
Christians should care for God’s creation by
vegetation that is deforestation.
Y Christians should come to
Kenyan highlands.
* Reasons why Chri
Y Christians should care of
is their duty,
¥ In order to maintain its beauty/ aesthetic.
¥ To preserve/ maintain natural habitat for God's creation.
Y. Itis their source of food/ medicine/ shelter. ~
¥ In order to preserve it for future generation,
¥ To promote a healthy surrounding/ prevent diseases,
Y To attract tourists/ for economic gain/ national development. 4
* Teachings about work from the Biblical account of =
¥ Work is ordained by God. ce
Y Godis a worker.
¥ All work is important, “
Y God expects human beings to worl istfan li
Gd pees ti 'k/ work should be part of Christfan life,
¥ Work should be done diligently,
¥ Work is to be enjoyed as God did
¥ Work is duty as human beings are
standing to condemn over cutting of
gether and join hands in controlling soil erosion such as the
ins should take care of the environment:
the environment in obedience/ respect to God’s command ic. it
the same during the creation,
. in which Christians cont; cra
v etn procreation/ having children, '§ work of creation:
Y Caring and conserving the environment,
10|Page SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 313/1 Caring for the under privileged/ the needy.
By respecting the rights of others.
By respecting the property of others.
By preaching/ promoting peace and harmony in the society.
Using their creative talents by inventing new things.
Through provision of educational facilities/ education.
By providing job opportunities.
Lessons Christians learn about work from Genesis stories of creation:
Work is ordained God.
‘Work is to be done in six days and then rest as God did in creation.
Work makes human beings complete achievements, self-realization and self-fulfillment,
Work is to provide for his/ her family, be self-reliant.
Christian’ learn that to work is to contribute to the development of the community.
Christiatis learn that they should obey God’s commandment of subduing and conquering
the earth and becoming co- workers.
Christians learn that work keeps them away from idle life which may lead to sin.
Work is a way of continuing the creative work of God.
‘Teaching about marriage from the Biblical account of creation:
Marriage is sacred/ ordained by God/ holy.
Marriage is monogamous/ one man, one woman.
Marriage is between man and woman.
Itis a permanent union/ it’s a covenant/ no divorce.
Marriage is for procreation.
It is a continuation of God’s work of creation.
Husband and wife should not be ashamed of each other.
‘Man and woman are to complement each other/ help each other.
‘Marriage is for companionship.
Marriage is for love.
Why the church encourages monogamous marriage:
It leads to achieving intimacy between the couple.
Wife, husband and children get undivided love.
Itis easier to get complete faithfulness and trust between married couple.
It becomes easier to build mutual confidence.
Itis easier to bring up children in a healthy and a peaceful atmosphere.
Itis the only legal marriage relationship.
The wife is able to enjoy all rights and privileges.
It is easier to achieve complete harmony and peace in the family.
It reduces the problem of inheritance.
Itreduces rivalry in the family among wives and children.
Reasons why myths of origin are important in traditional African communities.
They describe the origin of the community/ give a sense of identity,
They explain the origin of evil/ death,
They explain the relationship between God and His creation.
‘They explain the culture/ occupation of the people.
They explain ownership of land in the community.
They educate people/ help to preserve culture. ;
They are a source of entertainment.
They are a source of unity due to a claim of common ancestry.
Traditional African views of creation,
Africans do not have clear cut- sequence of events at creation.
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+ SHINERS CR.EREViIs}on BOOK + Y Some communities agrée that God started by creating the universe, while other agree thay
God started by creating human beings. |
¥ All African communitien believe that Ce oes, from the very beginning.
Y Heis the creator/ master/ porter/ molder of the universe. _
v i created to live forever in harmony with God.
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Y God the provider continue providing human beings with the basic needs of life.
Y God's creation also included the ordering of the destiny of human beings.
Y- After creation God also established laws of nature and human customs to be followed.
Y Human beings were initially in a state of happiness/ childlike ignorance with the ability to
rise again after death. So ta
Death came to the world as God’s punishment for disobedience.
¥ God continues to create through humankind. i
‘© Similarities found in both Biblical and traditional African views on creation:
¥ Inboth, creation is the work of Supreme Being/ God.
¥ Inboth God continues to sustain’ provide for His creation.
Y Inboth God is the source of life.
Y Inboth, creation was done in an orderly manner.
¥ Inboth human beings are the center/ climax of God’s creation.
¥ In both human beings are in charge of the creation/ have authority over creation.
¥ Inboth human beings are to obey/ worship the creator.
¥ In both, God’s work of creation is still ongoing.
+ Teachings about God from the traditional African myths of creation:
Y God is the sole creator.
Y God is provider.
Y God is omnipresent. 1)
Y God is powerful.
Y God is like a potter/ creative.
Y God is to be worshiped.
¥ God is Holy/ he did not create evil.
Y God is the source of
Y Heisa moral God.
+ Religious significance of the environment in traditional African communities:
Y The environment was created by God! itis sacred/ to be revered.
v a Se group believed that their homeland was given to them by God/ it was a gift
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Y Insome communi
s, the most important oaths were taken by one taking the soil'as a
symbol of land environment,
¥ African communities set.aside certain places as sacred/ to symbolize God’
among them e.g. Mountains/ forests/ caves/ rivers /trees. TI
places of worship. :
's presence
hese places were also used as
¥ Some communities have totemic animals / birds/ he
sacred.
Y The environment demonstrated the relationshi
times e.g, drought flood /epidemics, showed that God was annoyed with the people/
good rains/ a bumper harvest! green vegetation shbwed God’s blessings
¥ People believed that it was their religious obligatioh to take .
‘avenly bodies which were considered
ip between god and the people at given
care of the environment.
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nese Y- Used the environment to reveal / understand God's attributes/his nature e.g. thunder/
lightning/ rain/ clouds/earthquakes/ volcanicity/ eclipses/ sun- moon/stars.
Y Rites of passages were connected to the environment/ circumcision blood flowed to the
soil to bind the initiate to the ancestors/ birth placenta was buried in the ground /upon
death the body was buried in the ground.
The Africans believed that the environment was the abode of the spirits/ the living dead /
the ancestors.
Ways in which people in traditional African communities take care of God’s
creation:
They build shelters for domestic’animals.
They welcome/ show hospitality to visitors/ strangers.
They share their resources with the needy.
They plant/ conserve vegetation/ protect vegetation.
They have herbal medicine to treat various ailments for both animals and human beings.
They preserve habitats for wild animals.
By observing personal hygiene.
By providing basic needs for themselves and their families.
By protecting water catchment areas.
¥ By practicing good farming methods that protect/ enhance soil fertility/ control soil
erosion.
The causes of sin according to Genesis chapter 3 to 11:
¥ Rebellions against God, as human beings aspire to be equal to their maker.
Y Greed for power as people aspired for power which belongs to God alone.
¥ Lack of knowledge of Gods~
Lack of faith/ trust in God providence.
¥ Failure to obey God by eating the forbidden fruit.
Lack of satisfaction.
7 ¥ Temptation by the devil-
¥ Selfishness.
Wicked ambitions such as trying to be like God.
¥ Human weakness,
Y Stubbomness.
£- Effects of sin on Adam and Eve from the story of the fall of humat
Genesis Chapter 3:
Y They started dying yet they were to live forever.
¥ They became afraid of God/ they hid when He called them.
Y They lost authority over the other creation.
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pain when giving birth.
Y There developed enmity between the human beings and the serpent,
A They ‘became embarrassed because of their nakedness, 4
fey were expelled out of the Garden of Eden / se} it
Y There developed mistrust between man and an ea ae
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¥ Human beings were separated from God. dev of the fal of human kind:
The relationship between human beings and Gi f
¥ Death came into the world. ep and God wassspoiled.
¥ ‘Pain and suffering became ;
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Y The woman became subject to man, Benegte
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SHINERS C.R.E REVISION BOOK 3!5/! Y Misunderstanding arose between human beings.
¥ Destruction of God’s creation through flood.
_ Feeling of hatred developed.
Y The life span of human beings was reduced. :
Y . There developed enmity between human beings and wild animals/ snake.
* Steps taken by God to heal the damaged relationship with mankind after the fall of
man:
¥ He looked for Adam and Eve to find out where they were.
¥ He made garments of skin for Adam and Eve. :
Y_ He provided them with means of finding food after throwing them out of Garden of Eden,
Y He saved Noah and the righteous family from the flood.
Y He initiated the reconciliation of human beings to Himself.
¥ He made a covenant with Abraham.
¥ He sent many prophets in the Old Testament.
/ — % He promised a new covenant with prophet Jeremiah.
Y He chose the Nation of Israel as the Holy Nation/ He gave the Israelites Ten
+ Commandments,
¢ How the church help bring back the member who has fallen from faith:
Y” By visiting the member in his/ her home/ doing a follow up after preaching to him her.
¥, By forgiving/ accepting hinv her in church/ being patient with him/her.
¥ By evangelizing to her/ preaching/ teaching the word of God to himy/ her
¥. By guiding and counseling theny referring him/her to experts according to their needs.
Praying for/ with the member.
¥ By inviting himy her back to church.
¥” By encouraging him/ her to confess/ repent/ seek for forgiveness.
Y. By offering/ providing material/ financial support.
@ The origin/ causes of evil with reference to traditional African communities:
Evil Spirits,
¥, Malicious ancestral spirits who have a grudge against the living,
Evil people like witches, wizards and sorceress who are able to trap mystical powers and
use it for evil.
Y Braking of taboos/ laws / regulations,
Curses by parents and other relatives.
¥ Braking of oaths,
Y Bad omen/ owl. 1
+ Causes of evil in Kenya today,
%, Poverty/ Affluence/ Wealth.
¥ Cortuptisn’ greed/ selfishness/ lust/ desire.
Y Disobedienee/ rebellion,
¥" Inability to forgive others.
¥ Influence from media/ foreign culture,
¥ Wrong choices of fiends / negative peer pressure.
¥ Unemployment.
W Permissiveness/ too much freedom,
Y Influence of drug/ substance abuse,
Y¥ Poor role models.
Y Lack of guidance an
«Similarities between’
concept of si ¥
¥ Inboth cases God/ Supreme Being is good/ not the author of sin/evil.
unseling/ poor upbringing,
¢ Traditional African concept of evil and the Biblical
14|Page SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 313/1 In both God is the guardian of morality/law and order.
In both sinvevil is considered / known to interfere with the smooth running of the
community as intended by God/ Supreme Being.
In both sin/ evil results/leads to alienation of human beings from God/interfere with the
good relationship,
Both sin/evil emanates from human beings disobedience/greed/selfishness.
Both sin/evil may result from failing in a social/spiritual obligation/duty/ caused by
extemal forces. .
¥ Inboth sin/evil leads to punishment from God/can lead to destruction of God's creation
through natural calamities.
In both sin/evil destroys the relationship among human beings/creates a situation of
fear/mistrust/suspicion.
¥ Both sin/evil causes a lot of suffering to human beings.
¥ Inboth sin/evil leads to death
¥ Inboth human beings have the ability to overcome by choosing good/ right.
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In both sin/evil there is a remedy.
Differences between the traditional African concept of evil and the Biblical concept
of sin.
¥ Inthe traditional African concept of evil there is immediate judgment for the evil
committed, whereas in the Biblical concept of sin there is future judgment day for sin S
committed. ; .
¥ In traditional African concept of evil there is communal responsibility for evil committed,
while in the Biblical concept of sin there is individual responsibility for sin. 6
¥ Inthe traditional African concept, evil is;both external and physical, while in the Biblical
concept, sit is both internal and external.
Y Inthe Biblical concept of sin, Jesus offers salvation from sin by grace, whereas in
traditional concept of evil'one has to appease the ancestors! god to avert the consequences
of evil done.
¥ Inthe Biblical concept of sin, there is belief in eternal life in heaven for the redeemed,
while in the traditional concept of evil, there is no belief in heaven and hell =
_ (7%) The consequences of breaking taboos in traditional African communities are:
‘Being killed.
Paying a fine. -
Excommunication/ banishment/ ostracise/ exiles.
Ridicule/ pain in the body exg. caning, } a
Cleansing/ undergoing rituals. St
Denial of privileges.
Offering compensation.
Being cursed. ‘
Making sacrifices to appeasé the ancestofs.
Ways in which the church is fighting/evil in the society
By condemning all evil acts in the society.
Preaching to the people to change their-evil acts.
By calling people to repentance.
By offering guidance and counseling to the people.
By offering rehabilitation services to the people who are changing from evil a's-
By providing employment opportunities to the
By praying for evil doers to change.
By helping/the needy in the society.
Reporting evil cases to the Government,
Jobless/ training personnel
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SHINERS C.R.E REVISION BOOK 31/1 KCSE Question One 2006- 2018 313/1:
2006.46 Give reasons why Christians read the bible. :
‘With reference to the Genesis stories of creation in chapters 1 and 2, outline the attributes
of God. “a ; iti
(©) What are the consequences of breaking taboos in traditional African communities?
2007. (a Outline the differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis | and 2.
(b) From the story of the fall of human beings in Genesis Chapter 3, state the effects of sin,
(©) Identify any four causes of evil in Kenya today?
2008..(a Give reasons why the Bible is referred to as a Library.
‘(bY Outline five effects of the translation of the Bible into local languages.
tate five ways through which the church is spreading the word of God in Kenya today.
2009, (af From the genesis stories of creation, outline seven teachings about human beings.
(by With reference to the story of the fall of human beings in Genesis 3, State four effects
f sin on Adam and Eve.
‘How does the church help to bring back members who have fallen from the faith?
2010,(a)Name eight historical books in the Old Testament.
(bY Outline the reasons why the Bible is referred to as a Library.
(©) Give five occasions when Christians use the Bible.
2011, (2) Explain the benefits of learning Christian Religious Education in secondary schools in
a:
oY Outline the major divisions of the Old and New Testament.
_feyAdentify seven ways in which the Bible is misused in Kenya today.
2012. (a) Give the literary forms used in the writing of the Bible,
7, @)Sate seasons why the Bible had to be compiled into its present form by early
istians.
(Mention ways in which Christians use the Bible in Kenya today.
2013. (a) List poetic books in the Bible.
(b) Describe the translation of the Bible from the original languages to local languages.
(G)dentfy ways in which Christians use the Bible to spread the Gospel ‘ney ag
2014. (a) Give reasons why the Bible is considered as the word of God.
utline the effects of translating the Bible into African local languages.
(Identify versions of the Bible used in Kenya today, “se
2015, (2State sx similarities inthe Biblical stories of creation in Genesis 1 and 2,
Lb) ream the responsibilities given to human beings by God in Biblical creation stories.
(0) Why should Christians in Kenya take care of environment?
+ 2016. (a)Name eight historical books in the Old Testament. "
() Outline the reasons why the Bible is referred to as a Library.
sent 2 Give fire occasions when Christians use the Bile.
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QUESTION TWO 313/1
1. FAITH AND GOD'S PROMISES - ABRAHAM
Faith is defined as:
Having complete trust/ confidence in somebody/ someone/ something
Having firm belief without necessarily having logical proof.
‘The reliance on God’s testimony regarding the mission and atoning death of His son,
Jesus Christ and in the testimony of Jesus Himself.
A promise is defined as:
Giving an assurance of something to someone
‘The background to the call of Abraham: Genesis 11:24- 32
‘Abraham was an Amorite from a Semitic tribe that lived in the fertile crescent of Middle
East.
‘Abraham's father was called Terah.
‘Abraham had two brothers, Haran and Nahor.
‘Abraham had a nephew called Lot, Haran’s son.
‘Abraham’s wife was called Sarai and Nahor had a wife called Mileah.
Sarai was barren/ she could not give birth.
Terah and his family lived in Ur.
Terah and his family moved from Ur to a place they named Haran. Terah died here.
‘They practiced polytheism they were moon worshippers.
‘The call of Abraham. Genesis 12:1.
God told Abraham to leave his country Hafan/ his kindred/ his father’s house to the land
that God would show him.
God promised Abraham that he would make him a great nation/ bless him/ make his
name great/ source of blessing.
‘Abraham left the land of Haran as he had been instructed by God.
‘Abraham was seventy five years old when he was called.
He took his wife Sarai/ Lot his brother’s son/ all their possessions/ servants and set forth
to the land.of Canaan.
They passed through Canaan to the place at Shechem/ oak of Moreh.
God appeared to Abraham in the land of Canaan/ promised to give the land of Canaan to
his descendants.
‘Abraham built an altar to the Lord at Shechem.
He moved to the mountain on the east of Bethel/ pitched his tent/ built an altar for the
Lord/ called on the name of the Lord.
‘Abraham journeyed on towards Negeb.
Lessons a Christian can learn about God from the call of Abraham:
God commands faith, obedience from people.
God is the provider/ sustainer/giver.
God blesses/ curses.
God is the protector.
God is Spirit/ everywhere.
God cares for His people. .
God speaks/ makes promises/ fulfills promises.
God is to be worshipped.
He controls the whole world.
Promises that God made to Abraham:
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SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 713 Y All the families of the world would be blessed through Abraham.
Y God would give land to Abraham’s descendants. |
¥ He would give Abraham many descendants/ he would have a great nation.
Y God will bless Abraham. js
¥ God would give Abraham long life/ he would die in peace. |
Y He would give Abraham a son! heit
¥ Kings will come from Abraham’s descendants. “
Promises that God made to Abraham from Genesis 12:
¥ He would make Abraham a great nation.
¥ He will bless Abraham.
Y He will make Abraham’s name great. .
¥ He will bless those who bless Abraham and curse those who curse hirh.
Y He will make Abraham a source of blessing to all mankind.
Y Abraham was shown land,
+ The importance of promises that God made to Abraham to Christians today:
¥ The many descendants/ Christians in the world reflect the descendants promised to
Abraham. They are the spiritual heirs of Abraham.
Christians receive blessings from God because of their faith in Him,
¥ Christians should avoid evil to escape God’s judgment.
¥ Christians will inherit eternal life in heaven.
Christians are the members of new Israel whose founder is Christ.
Y Christians are protected by God.
Y* Through Jesus’ death, Christians enter into a new covenant relationship with God.
* Definition of a covenant:
¥ Itis a word used to describe a serious or solemn agreement between persons or a group of
people. It is not to be broken. |
Y Also referred to as treaty/ pact. |
© Types of covenants. |
Y Conditional covenants,
Y Unconditional covenants.
* Conditional covenants: is @ type of covenant that binds two parties together. Thesr
partes are regarded as equal. The parties also make promises that are binding,
Y Examples of this type include the covenant made at Mount Sinai. \
* Unconditional covenants: these are covenants made between unequal parties such #
between kings and their subjects.
(p *, Characteristics of a Covenai
~? v An agreement between two indlividuals/ Parties; it is an agreement between two parti
individuals who were separate before.
¥ Promises; the parties involved exchange vows/ makes promises to each other.
Y Witnesses; there are both physical/ spiritual witnesses during the making of covenant
v Sims is the physical/ outward mark to rentind the parties of their obligations to e#
other. :
¥ Ceremony; there are rituals performed to seal the covenant,
¥ Conditions’ consequences; each party is expected to honor their part of the coven:
failure leads to consequences,
Y Seal; binding rite,
Examples of Covenants in the Ola Testament Bible:
¥, The covenant between God and Noah (Gen 9) the sign of this covenant was the rainbow
Y The covenant between God and Abraham (Gen 15, 17).The sign of this covenant W-
circumcision ; a
V The covenant with King David. Establishment ofan everlasting dynasty.
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¥ The covenant with the people of Israel by God during the making of Sinai covenant, The
sign to this covenant was the law.
¥ The Jeremiah’s covenant, in which God promised to have a new covenant. Jeremiah
31:3-4.
The covenant God made with Abraham: (Gen 15:1-20):
Y God appeared to Abraham in a vision.
Y Abraham was in doubt of the promise of a son.
Y God assured him that his own son would inherit him and not Eliezer of Damascus.
Y Inresponse, God took Abraham outside and showed him the stars of the sky/ God
| promised him that his descendants will be as many as the stars.
God asked Abraham to bring with him a heifer, a goat, a ram, each three years old, a
turtle dove and a young pigeon. A
¥ Abraham cut the animals into halves andplaced them into two rows.
Y He did not cut the birds into two.
¥ And when the birds of prey came down upon the carcasses, Abraham drove them away.
Y Atsunset he fell into a deep sleep.» \
¥ God spoke to him, giving the promise that his descendants would be slaves for four
hundred years, but He would liberate them.
¥ Abraham was promised a long peacefil life.
¥ Abraham saw God pass through the carcasses in form of smoking fire pot and a flaming
torch.
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Use of specific church designs.
Use of different titles/ names.
‘Through ways in which they worship/ observing days of worship/ festivals,
Through residing in secluded homes/ houses.
2. SINAI COVENANT - MOSES
How Moses’ early life prepared him for future leadership:
‘He was brought up in Pharaoh’s house and learnt leadership skills.
Having been brought up by his mother, he was familiar with the customs of the Jews, the
people he was to lead:
His experiences in the desert hardened him to be bold and persevering during hardships,
which helped him handle the Israelites in the desert,
He took Care of the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro which made him patient, keen and
responsible as a shepherd.
His experience as a father helped him to show love, tolerance and concern to the
Israelites.
His knowledge aboat the God of Israel helped him in teaching the Israelites about
Yahweh and monotheism.
He received the best education i.e. arithmetic and literacy skills, in the palace that
enabled him write the Ten Commandments.
His life was spared by God as he was not killed as the other baby boys were killed by the
Egyptians.
Having been brought up in the palace, he could then approach the pharaoh/ he was not a
stranger to the pharaoh.
The call of Moses in Exodus 3
‘Moses was looking after his father-in-law’s sheep at Mt. Horeb/ Sinai.
‘An angel of the Lord appeared to him in a burning bush which was not getting consumed.
‘Moses became curious and moved closer to see what was happening.
‘When the Lord saw him coming closer, he called out to Moses by his name.
Moses responded to God by saying, ‘Here I am’. .
God commanded Moses not to move near/ to remove hisshees-because the place was
holy.
God revealed Himself as the God of his ancestors/ Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
Moses was filled with fear and hid his face from God.
God'told Moses that he had seen the suffering of His people in Egypt/ had come to
deliver them wanted to send Moses to Pharaoh to release His people.
Moses was reluctant to be sent to Pharaoh/ God promised to be with him.
Moses sought to know the name of God who was sending him/ God revealed Himself as
“[ am who I am” (Yahweh).
God told Moses to go and gather the elders of Israel/ tell them God’s message about their
deliverance.
Moses was told to go with the elders to Pharaoh to ask for the release of the Isr
God promised to perform wonders to compel Pharaoh to release the Israelites.
The Israelites will get favor from Egyptians/ will get jewelry,
The instructions given to Moses during his call. Exodus 3:1-22:
Not to move closer to the burning bush. g
To remove his sandals.
To bring out the people of Isracl from Egypt.
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SHINERS CRE REVISION Book “1°! ae Y- Moses and the Israelites to worship God on Mountain Sinai.
Y Totell the people that their God is ‘I am who I am’.
Y Toassemble the elders of Israel and deliver the message of deliverance.
¥ Totell Pharach that he should release the people to 0 ‘and worship Hiny offer sacrifices
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V To ask Israelites women to borrow their counterparts jewelry and clothing.
«Reasons why Moses was not willing to go back to Egypt after his call:
Y He had killed an Egyptian thus he was afraid.
¥- The pharaoh had wanted to kill him he feared for his life/ he was a wanted murderer.
°y He feared that the Israclites would not believe God had sent him ;
Y He was not an eloquent speaker/ stammer.
Y He feared that the Israelites would not accept him as their leader.
V, He lacked identity/ confidence/ courage.
Y. Hie did not have enough knowledge about Yahweb/ did not have faith in God.
Y eas already settled in Median and had a family/ content with his life,
«What Moses learnt about God from his call:
Y God is loving/ caring/ merciful.
Y. God is transcendent! beyond human understanding/ cannot be limited to time and space
¥. God chooses whoever He wills to carry out His plan, e.g. Moses who was @
‘murderer/stammer/ a fugitive.
Y God expects total obedience and faith from those He chooses.
Y Godis holy/ pure.
¥ God is everlasting.
Y Godis just.
Y God is powerful.
Y God is faithful. ‘
‘© Qualities of Moses shown during his call at Mount Sinai:
Y Cautiousness/ careful.
Y Inquisitiveness.
Y Respectful.
¥ Patience. Ay
Y Obedience.
¥ Wisdom/ intelligence.
¥ Courage/ bravery/ fearlessness.
Y. Faithful trustful,
Y Consistence/ reliability.
Y Humility, :
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¥ Holiness. i
Y Inquisitiveness! Keenness! knowledge,
Y Patience! persistence.
Y Justice; punishing the Peyptians
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gal commission! appoints people to perform certain tasks/ chooses to work through
God does not give people impossible tasks.
God is beyond human understanding/ transcendent.
God responds to the cry of His people when they call upon Him.
God is almighty/ all-powerful/ omnipresent and omniscient all-knowing/ pure! hol
God punishes the enemies of His people. *
Definition of the term plague.
‘A plague may be a disease or an unfortunate occurrence in one’s life.
Reasons why God sent the plagues:
The pharaoh proved difficult in releasing the Israelites until God intervened with the
severe plagues.
To make the Israelites and Egyptians know that only Yahweh was to be worshipped.
He had promised Moses that mighty signs and wonders would assist in the difficult tasks.
‘The ten plagues:
‘The plague of blood: the waters of Egypt turned into blood.
‘The plague of frogs: the land of Egypt was covered with frogs.
‘The plague of gnats: the dust of Egypt became gnats.
‘The plague of flies: swarms of flies covered the land.
‘The plague upon the cattle: there was death of all Egyptian livestock.
‘The plague of boils: there was an outbreak of boils on human beings/ animals.
here was severe hailstorm.
¢ land of Egypt was covered with a swarm of locusts.
darkness covered the land of Egypt for three days.
the Egyptians first-borns: death of the first born males of the
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The plague of darkness:
‘The plague of death of #
Egyptians.
‘Attributes of God learnt from the ten plagues:
God is almighty/all-powerful/ omnipotent! no forces or power can challenge Him.
God is a God of justice/ He punishes the wrong doers and protects the oppressed.
God is faithful/ He fulfils His promises.
God is loving/ caring. é
God empowers the people He sends to perform miracles and do His work/ gave Moses
the rod. |
God is tolerant/ He gives people a chance to repent.
God expects total obedience and faith from the people He sends.
Forms of modern-day slavery!
Drug addiction.” 7
Sexual immorality/ forni
Addiction to theft.
Alcoholism and smoking”
Habitual lying.
Greed for material possession.
Greed for power. 7
Pornography.
Bitterness/ failure to forgive. \
‘The meaning of the term Passover:
Itis derived from the Hebrew word Passach meaning to pass.
The aim is sparing/ protecting. .
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s, including Pharaoh’s son.
ig the night of the Passover:
Y Itis the night that the angel of death
entire first born sons of the Egyptians
* Activities that the Israelites carried out din
Y Every man chose a lamb enough for the family.
Y The chosen animal was slaughtered.
Y The blood was smeared onto the oe of tl
Y The slaughtered animal was roasted whole.
v The Israslites ate the roasted meat, unleavened bread and bitter herbs.
Y They ate while fully dressed for the journey/ in a hurry.
¥ They stayed indoors until the morning,
Y They burnt the leftovers of the meal. ;
Y They collected jewellery/ clothing from the Egyptian women.
© The meaning of the symbolic actions on the night of Passover/ Exodus: 7
Y ‘The young lamb, one year ol, selected without blemish signified purity of the Israelites,
¥ Slaughtering of the animal signified sacrifice to God. :
Y Meat was roasted whole to show that they were in a hurry/ haste and a way to unite them,
Y Nothing/ no traces of the lamb were left meaning that no identity of the Israelites was to
be left in Egypt.
. The preparation of the unleavened
dough.
Y Eating of the bitter herbs signified their suffering in Egypt.
¥ Smearing of blood on the doorposts protected the Israelites from the angel of death.
Y Borrowing clothing and jewelry from the Egyptians was a way of compensation for slave
labour.
¥ Eating while’standing with their sandals and staff in hand signified they were ready for
the journey.
Y The Pharaoh acceptance that Moses could take the Israelites away from Egypt signified
the defeat of the Egyptian gods by Yahweh,
* The importance of the Jewish Passover feast:
Y Itmarked the end of bondage in Egypt for the Jews.
y Wed a ‘he Jewish ens from Egypt through the wilderness to the Promised Land,
Through the Passover, pes ape His steadfast love for Abraham's descendants.
Y The Passover helped the iieaierint cmp eee ah a lamnb- Jesus Chet
| Thecslebatin hipclontets Toate e Yahweh's power and have faith in Him
¥ Eating bitter herbs was a reminder of the bittemess of slavery.
oh ‘Atcbetes tf Goa shown in the Jewish Passover:
Y God is merciful.
Y God is omniscient/ all knowing,
¥ God punishes the disobedient/ stubborn,
Y God saves/ rescues those He loves,
¥ God is omnipresent/ always present,
Y God is caring/ loving. :
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bread signified that they had no time to ferment the
VY Itsignified that they were a special nati 7
Y twas a fulfillment ofthe promises mate rc cen eY Soe:
Y Itproved that God is nes Power han soy ee = oe
¥ Itshowed! proved fo them that Moses was a chosen leader by God
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i SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 3 13/1 ‘The exodus united the people of Israel as a nation.
Itmade them understand the nature of God/ provider.
It taught them that God needed obedience from human beings,
They received the Ten Commandments which guided them in their relationships
Teachings! lessons about God that the Israelites learnt during the crossing of the red
seaz
God is powerful/ mighty. He made the sea walls separate,
God is merciful. He rescued them from their enemies the Egyptians,
God works through man. He used Moses in performing miracles.
He punishes sinners/ He is just. Killed the Egyptian soldiers.
He is omnipresent. He moved with the Israelites in the form of a cloud/ dust.
He is faithful. He only required the people of Israel to trust in Him. He promised to
destroy the Egyptians and it happened.
Problems Moses faced as he led the Israelites during the Exodus:
Lack of water for the Israelites. (7
Lack of food for the Jsraelites.
Complaints/ grumbling by the Israelites/ the Israelites refused to listen to Moses.
‘Warring tribes in the desert.
Travelling in hostile/ harsh climatic conditions and terrain.
Lack of faith from the people/ worship of the golden calf.
Rebellion/ opposition from his family.
Threat from the Egyptian army.
Bites from snakes.
Ways in which God demonstrated His concern and love for the Israelites during the
Exodus:
He made a passage/ way in the red sea for the Israelites to cross.
He provided them with food/ manna/ quails.
He provided them with water/ purified the bitter water for them,
He entered into a covenant with them/ He gave them the Ten Commandments.
He defeated their enemies the Amalekites.
He provided a cloud to lead them during the day/ pillar of fire to lead them at night.
He provided them with leaders/ priests to be their intermediaries,
He drowned the Egyptian chariots in the Red sea.
He forgave them when they broke the covenant.
Ways in which God’s power is demonstrated in the deliverance of the Israelites
from Egypt to the Promised Land:
Through the nine plagues in Egypt.
The killing of the Egyptians’ firstborns/ Passover.
The crossing of the Red Sea/ drowning of the Egyptian soldiers in the Red Sea.
Provision of food/-manna and quails.
Provision of water from the rock.
Israelites victory over their enemies.
The miraculous healing from the snake bites.
Empowering Moses to perform miracles.
The pillar of fire! cloud/ thunder/ earthquake.
Lessons Christians learn about the nature of God from the Exodus:
God is caring/ loving.
God communicates.
He provides.
He is powerful.
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Y He protects.
¥ He commands.
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Y Hes just/ punishes those who disobey him.
Y Heis holy.
Y Heis faithful.
Y Hes patient.
Y Heis merciful.
Y Heis jealous.
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¥ Thunder and lightning.
¥ Fire/ pillar of fire. .
\ Vv Earthquake/ the mountain trembled violently.
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Y God spoke to Moses through the Ten Commandments! a voice.
¥ Smoke
Y Thick cloud that covered the whole mountain.
«How God prepared the Israelites for the mal
Y God told Moses to remind the people of Israel of
Y God told Moses that he wanted to make a special
Kingdom of priests.
Y Moses called all the elders/ people and told them what God had said.
Y God told Moses that He wanted the Israelites to obey Him.
¥- The Israelites promised to do what the Lord had said.
Y God promised to come down and meet with the people on the third day.
Y The people were instructed to consecrate themselves/ wash their garments.
Y Moses set boundaries for the people not to go up the mountain/ touch the border.
¥ The people were to abstain from sexual intercourse.
Y On the third day, there was a thick cloud upon the mountains/ loud trumpet blast/ an
earthquake.
V Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet with God/ they took their stand at the
foot of the mountain,
¥ The lord came down to the top of the mountain called Moses to go up to Him.
«The making of the Sinai Covenant Exodus 24:3-8:
Y Moses came and told the people the words of the Lord.
¥ The people answered in one voice, all that the Lord had spoken we shall follow.
Y Moses wrote all the words of the Lord.
Moses rose cri inthe moming and built an altar tthe foot ofthe mountain using 2
Y He sent young men to
Y Moses took halfohe bleed tat mane ewasa
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we people answered all that the Lord had spoken; we will do and be obedient.
¥ Moses took the remaining blood and sprinkled it on the people.
¥ Moses then said; behold th © people:
a The covenant Was sealed, blood of the covenant, which the Lord has made with You
¢ Reasons why the Israelites were
% To help them related to God.
Y ‘Tohelp them relate to one another, «
d revealed Himself to the Israelites on Mount Sinai:
king of the covenant of Mount Sinai:
f how He had brought them out of Egypt
I relationship with Israel/ make them a
given the Ten Commandments:
SHINERS CRE REVISION BOOK 313/1 To protect them from the polytheistic Canaanite religion.
The Ten Commandments formed the foundation of their lives and their nation.
To protect them from Egyptian religious influences. 4
To make the Israelites live as God’s people and be a model to their nation.
The Ten Commandments/ The Decalogue:
You shall have no other gods before me.
‘You shall not make for yourself any graven image.
You shall not take the name of your Lord God in vain.
Remember the Sabbath Day and keep it holy.
Honour your father and mother that your days may be long on earth.
‘You shall not kill.
You shall not commit adultery.
You shall not steal.
You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.
‘You shall not covet your neighbour's property.
‘Commandments given to the Israelites that teach on how to relate to one another:
Honour your father and mother.
Thou shall not kill.
‘You shall not steal.
‘You shall not commit adultery.
‘You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.
You shall not covet your neighbour's house, wife, servant and property.
Reasons why Christians are commanded not to steal:
Christians should trust in God to provide for their needs.
So as to show respect for other people’s property.
Christians should work to acquire their needs/ laziness is discouraged.
Christians should not make others suffer/ they should love others.
They should uphold their dignity/ self-worth/ be role models.
In order to promote peace/ harmony among people/ stealing causes conflict in society.
In order to practice self-control/ righteousness.
Christians are expected to be contented with what they have/ stealing is an act of greed.
Reasons Why the Israelites were given the Ten Commandments:
To help them relate well with God.
To help them relate well with one another. =
To protect them from the polytheistic Canaanite religion/ influences.
They formed the foundation of their lives and their nation.
To make the Israelites live as God’s people and be a model to other nations.
To protect the Israelites from Egyptian influences.
To create order in the community.
Importance of the Ten commandments to Christians:
They safeguard/ protect Christians from idol worship/ promote the worship of one true
God.
They help Christians have the right relationship with God/ war against indulging
‘themselves in practices that drives them away from God/ not to misuse God's name.
They remind Christians to keep the Sabbath day/ celebrate Sabbath day/ fellowship with
one another.
They promote good relationship between parents/ children,
They help Christians to preserve! respect/ protect human life,
‘They help protect people's property/ condemn all forms of theft.
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Aaron yielded to the demands of the Toraclites/ made a golden calf to worship. Aaron
patti altar at the foot ofthe mountain’ pu the calf.
V The people worshipped the calf? made sacrifices to it.
God was angered/ set to destroy the Israelites.
Moses interceded on behalf ofthe people.
Ey Shen Moges cme dose frome ania DSS To angry with the people broke
the stone tablets on which the commandments Wer® written.
Y The Israelites were given a chance to choose between following Yahweh or the golden
calf.
¥_ Those who followed the golden calf were destroyed! killed.
-ovenant while at Mount Si
+ Reasons why the Israelites broke the ¢
*, Mewes, thet leader, delayed to come down from the ‘mountain.
7 Mose who was lft in charge ofthe people, was a weak leader/ easily manipulated.
Y The people demanded for a god they could see and feel.
Y The people were still influenced by the Egyptian way of worship! idolatry.
Moses’ teaching/influence had faded/ vanished from the people’s mind.
Y ‘The people had lost faith in their invisible God.
Y They lacked knowledge ofthe nature of the true God Yahweh.
| exons Christians learn from the incident in which the Israelites broke the
covenant at Mt.
vy Crettans leam that God is more powerful than other gods/ idols.
Y Christians lear that they should be patient.
Y. Christians leam that God is merciful/ forgiving.
Christians should take their roles seriously/ should be responsible.
Y Christens learn that disobedience can result into suffering/ punishment
¥ They eam that they should worship God alone.
Coates Yaa at God is a jealous God/ does not condone evil/ punishes ei
%, Christians eam tat they should exercise self-control.
Z =, learn that they should repent /ask for forgiveness.
: ei a lear that leaders should intercede for the people.
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er altars/ smash ther sacred stones/ break down their Asherah
Not to worship any other god but Yahweh.
Y Not to make idols/ graven images.
YY To keep the feast of unleavened bread,
» To rest on the Sabbath/ seventh day.
Y Not to intermarry aii thes foreigners,
” To dedicate their male frstborns/ :
Y To give the first fruits of their is 5 ei epeonignar
Y Thee were to offer the blood ofthe scifcss whinge he
in to seek God's guidance/ instructions.
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‘Compassionate/ merciful/ full of pity. : ‘wal of the Sinai Covenant:
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Slower to anger.
Loving/ kind/ intimate/ personal.
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Powerful/ omnipotent/ almighty.
Jealous.
Holy/ pure.
How the church deal with backsliders:
Evangelize to them.
Love them.
Pray for them.
Visit them.
Guide and counsel them.
Help them where necessary.
Establish the cause of the problem and address it.
Being a good role model and exemplary.
Ways in which the Israclites worshipped God when they were in the wilderness:
Through offerings, incense, grain gi
‘Through sacrifice/ holocaust/ atonement.
Through festivals and feasts such as Passover, feast of weeks, tabernacle,
Use of prayers; for thanksgiving and asking for God’s protection.
Use of songs and dance.
Built altars to signify presence of Yahweh.
Observed the Ten Commandments.
Observed the Sabbath as a day of worship by keeping it holy.
Gave tithes for the upkeep of the tabernacle.
They had religious leaders/ Levite priests who led them in worship.
‘The elements of Jewish worship found in the Christian worship today:
The Passover feast, also called the Lord’s Supper.
Use of prayer and song in worship.
Observing the Lord’s Day/ Sabbath.
Giving offerings and tithes.
‘Altars, Most Christian churches have altars also called sanctuary.
Observing the Ten Commandments.
Buming of incense like in Catholic Churches.
Use of religious leaders such as pastors and priests.
Dedication of children.
Ways in which Christians show respect to God:
They set aside a day for worship.
They set aside holy places of worship.
Obeying commandments/ do not Mention God's name in vain.
They pray to God asking for forgiveness.
Giving offerings’ tithes.
Praise Him for His forgiveness.
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V Helping the needy.
¥ Preaching/ spreading His word.
© The role of Moses in the history of the Israelites:
Y He was among the first Israelites’ prophets who received God’s call to liberate His
people. \
VY He liberated/ delivered the Israelites from Egypt.
Y Moses mediated between God and the Israelites.
He led the Israelites in making the covenant with God on Mount Sinai,
7 Moses was given the Commandments to guide the Israclites.
Y He punished the Israelites who broke the covenant.
Motes interceded on behalf of the Israelites so that God would forgive them for their sins.
VY Heisa leader.
¥_ Heis God's spokesman.
Occasions during the Exodus when the Israelites lost faith in God:
* When they were being pursued/ followed by Pharaoh’s soldiers.
Y- When they lacked water/ food in the wilderness.
¥ When they were attacked by diseases. (
¥ When they suffered from snake bites.
When Moses delayed! stayed for a long time on the mountain.
¥ When Moses died.
[The Israelites? new understanding of the nature of God after the Exodus and their
~ journey through the wilderness: we
v Nels the God of their forefathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob,
» Be dig more powerful than other gods. He led them across the red Sea,
YF urfis his promises as evidenced by their release from Egypt
Y Gods holy as seen from the restriction from contact with the Holy Mountain.
y God uses His chosen people as seen when he provided food and water in the wilderness.
» He is a moral God as He gave the Ten Commandments to the Israelites to guide their
behaviour.
Y God is a jealous God.
y Gadis a personal God, He initiates a covenant relationship with individuals for example
the Sinai covenant.
Y God is a just God as He punished idol worshippers.
| Bodie tamscendent and beyond human understanding exhibited when He told Moses 0
introduce Him as ‘’1 am who Iam”.
Boorse nde total obedience from His people as expressed in his instructions durin
making and renewal of the covenant.
VY Godis omnipresent, He moved with them and was present in the pillar of cloud and fire.
7 problems encountered by the Israelites during their settlement in Canaan:
Y The influence of the Canaanite religion brought disunity 4
7 The Israelites found it hard to look upon Yahweh as a universal God.
°) They lacked a common worship place to unite them
% The Israelites easily despair when they lost the war against the Canaanites
7) The Israelites were attracted to the cultic temple and the prostitution practices of the
Canaanites.
¥ The Israelites had a theocracy while the Canaanites had political kings. After settling in
Fe fan, they wished tobe like the other nations.
vy. They accepted the Canaanite fertility gods because of the agricultural lifestyle.
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Y The emergence of splinter groups within the Church.
¥ The emergence of cults which practice ungodly activities.
¥ The emphasis of materialism by the churches.
¥ Lack of role models among the leaders. :
¥ Open conflict among/ between the leaders and the Church members.
¥- Misuse of resources by the leaders,
¥ Rise of state- church conflict.
¥ Confusion among Christians due to different interpretation of the Bible.
¥ Church leaders not having time for all members/ discrimination.
¥ Negative effects of mass media’ modem technology.
Y Permissiveness/ moral decadence/ drug abuse,
KCSE Question Two 2006- 2018 313/1: -
2006. (a) State the promises that God made to Abraham. « /
(b) What problems did Moses face as he led the Israelites during the exodus? L
(c) Give reasons why circumcision was important to the Jews -—~
2007. (a) State the characteristics of the covenant between God and Abraham.
(b) Explain the importance of God’s covenant with Abraham. —
(©) What lessons do Christians learn from the incident when Abraham was willing to
sacrifice his son Isaac? -
2008. (a) Outline the activities carried out by the Israelites on the night of the Passover.
(b) Give five reasons why the exodus was important to the Israelites.
(c) How do Christians show their respect for God?
2009. (a) Explain four characteristics of a covenant demonstrated in the covenant between God
and Abraham.
(b) Give seven similarities between the Jewish and traditional African practice of
sireumcision.
(c) Identify five lessons that Christians learn about God from the call of Abraham, ZO
2010 (@) State four ways in which God demonstrated His concern forthe Israelites during the
Exodus.
(©) How did the Israelites worship God when they were in the wildemess?
(©) Identify seven challenges that Christians face while practicing their faith in Kenya
today.
2011. (a) Describe how God prepared the Israelites for the making of the covenant at
Mt Sinai, Ex 19
(b) Give four reasons that made the Israelites to break the covenant while at
Mt. Sinai. Ex 32:1- 35
(©) What do Christians learn about the nature of God from the Exodus?
» 2012. (a) Describe the covenant ceremony between God and Abraham,
(b) Give four differences between Jewish and Traditional African circumcision practices:
Py ha Give ber why church leaders in Kenya take vows before starting their work.
- (a) Desi incident when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son Isc
(b) Give four differences between the Jewish and
circumcision.
ci ©) State six ways in which Christians identify themselves in the soviet
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