Module 4 - Religion and Moral Behavior in Society - Activity 2

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Activity 2: Learning Resources

Utilize the following Learning Resources as you complete Module 4.

• MindEdge Module 4: Religion and Moral Behavior in Society 

Readings

• The Divine Command Theory: 
  • See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 4.
•  The Theory of Natural Law: 
  • See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 4.
• Ethical elements in eastern philosophy (religion) and social structures:
  • See E-text section called Experiencing the World’s Religions: Tradition, Challenge, and Change, Chapters 3-6;
  • See E-text section called Ethics across Cultures, Chapter 7.
• Ethical elements in monotheistic religious structures:
  • See E-text section called Experiencing the World’s Religions: Tradition, Challenge, and Change, Chapters 8-10;
  • Download and read section called A Companion to Ethics, Chapter 8 (Available on E-reserve in the WGU E-Library) 

• Dilemmas created by applying religious teachings to contemporary social issues: 
  • See E-text section called The Elements of Moral Philosophy, Rachels, Chapter 4.