Module 3.3. Christian Ethics in Relationship with the Old and New Testaments: A. Old Testament Ethics

Question 1

31)The major contributions of the Old Testament to the study of ethics include:
_________ It
emphasizes social responsibilities without diminishing individual’s accountability.

Answer 1

1) accountability to a monotheistic God;
2) humility, righteousness, and wisdom.

Question 1

(29)Christian ethics is ___________ .

The principles of the Old
Testament consist of the laws, and the character and nature of God. The laws gave
Israel their standard of what was right and wrong. The governing principle which is
the nature and character of God is summed up by the statement that the Lord was holy
(Lev. 19:2).

(30)The holy character of God cannot tolerate ________.

Therefore, if
we wish to please God and guard our life from sin, we must live in accordance with
His nature and character

Answer 1

evil or sin