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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2021 - 2022
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Description This module explores Christian theological and philosophical understandings of marriage and sexual ethics in the context of the dignity of the human person, drawing from biblical and theological sources, virtue ethics and natural law theory. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Develop an appreciation of marriage as a social institution and religious sacrament, and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a number of key themes and issues in Christian sexual ethics. 2. Argue and reference an informed point of view on sexual ethics supported by relevant theological and philosophical sources. 3. Demonstrate a clear, coherent and sound understanding of marriage and Christian sexual ethics through a written assignment. 4. Reflect critically and creatively upon the dialogue between their own life experience and the Christian tradition’s understanding of marriage and sexual ethics, with a view to developing and maintaining a coherent world view. 5. Engage in personal reflection on marriage and sexual ethics in a manner that is aware of, and engaged with, the contemporary cultural context. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Cultural and historical context.Conscience and religious authority in Christian moral decision making.The biblical vision of relationships, marriage and sexuality.‘Theology of the Body’ as a modern approach to the traditional teaching.Revisionist approachesResponsible parenthood, NFP, and contraception.Marriage as a sacrament and community of love and life.Same-sex relationshipsDivorce and remarriage.Pornography. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 32570, Online document, World Council of Churches, 2006, 'Churches' response to human sexuality', http://bit.ly/1ew7mSe, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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