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Paul University Philippines

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Activity 1
INS 201 - PAULINE ETHICS
On the Foundation, Theological and Cultural Considerations of Pauline Ethics, St.
Pauls Concept of Freedom and Justification

Answer the following questions. If possible, cite concrete examples in your

explanation. Papers will be evaluated on the basis of clarity and conciseness;
organization and comprehensiveness of thought.

1. How do the following structures/elements of the Pauline Epistles affect ones

understanding of Pauline Ethics in the present times?:
a. Grammatical Structure?
b. Literary Structure?
c. Logical Structure?

2. Cognizant of the Theological and Cultural Considerations of Pauline Ethics, how

would you foster ethical/moral values/virtues in the following realities of today:
a. Consumerism?
b. Mundane Tendencies?
c. Relativism?
d. Technological Dependence?
e. Economic Scarcity?

3. How does St. Paul regard grace? What is its importance to ethical life in our
contemporary time?

4. Considering our current social landscape how does one live through:
Christian Ethics is not born from a system of commandments, but rather is the
consequence of our friendship with Christ. This friendship influences life: if it is
true, it incarnates and fulfills itself in love for neighbor. Benedict XVI