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Divinity for Advanced Secondary Schools

Chapter Introduction to divinity
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Introduction

The societal differentiation between that which is considered divine and secular-
sacred and profane, has brought about terrible consequences. This first chapter
will introduce you to the subject matter of Divinity and its importance. It will
also show you the relationship between Divinity and other disciplines. The
competencies developed will enable you to appreciate the importance of Divinity
and its application in daily life situations. You will also acquire good competencies
to help you be creative and exemplary.

to bring vital spiritual formation and
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intellectual transformation, moulding
The world without God! responsible and mature citizens with a
strong sense of justice, patriotism and
The concept and subject matter of obedience to timeless truth.
Divinity
The term ‘divinity’ is derived from the Divinity makes the base and offers
Latin word divinus, referring to the state students a broader worldview. It helps
or quality of being divine (holy). Divinity prepare them to live and work in the
is concerned with God’s revelation
for the salvation of humankind and global society and assists them in
their well-being here on earth. Biblical their personal search for meaning.
revelation is not only concerned with It has always been a way of life and
spiritual matters. It also addresses the a motivator for actions. It answers
day-to-day welfare of human beings important questions such as ‘Where did
and their environment. Divinity engages I come from? What will happen to me
the fundamental principles of life as after I die? The content of Divinity is
ordained by God through the Bible. entirely derived from the Bible.
In academic discipline, Divinity aims

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