Philosophy of religion and theology are both interested in exegesis,
which can be defined as what?
The art of strategically using texts for your own purposes, not the purposes
of the text's author.
The methodology of discovering if a text is forged or legitimate.
The methodology...
philosophy of religion and theology are both interested in exegesis
which can be defined as what
which of the following is a role that creatio
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Philosophy of religion and theology are both interested in exegesis,
which can be defined as what?
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The art of strategically using texts for your own purposes, not the purposes
of the text's author.
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The methodology of discovering if a text is forged or legitimate.
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The methodology of accurately determining and interpreting the meaning of
texts.
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The methodology of determining which historical figure wrote a text.
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Philosophy of Religion
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Which of the following is a role that creation stories often play in
religion?
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Explains the nature of mystical experience
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Discusses the origin of God
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Provides a basis for the religion's framework within which experiences can be
understood
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Explains the details and underlying doctrine of important rituals
CONCEPT
Early Creation Stories
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Foods that are considered permissible in Islam are called:
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Haram
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Vegetarian
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Kosher
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Halal
CONCEPT
Religion and Food
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Which of the following describes usury?
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Lending money in order to collect interest on the loan
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The Buddhist practice of viewing economics from a holistic perspective
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A fair exchange of goods for services in the Jewish tradition
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The Islamic practice of giving to those in need
CONCEPT
Religion and Economics
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Which of the following is not a common practice used to achieve a
mystical state?
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Chanting
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Contemplative prayer
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Almsgiving
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