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Philosophy and religion, Mātauranga whakaaro me te whakapono

Philosophy and religion is the study of how humans experience, perceive and interpret reality, of human spirituality and beliefs, and of the responsibilities and practices of ministering in a church.

It gives you an understanding of theology, metaphysics, ethics and spirituality in relation to religious thought and practice, and how to assess and express clear, concise and logical philosophical and religious arguments.

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You might learn about

  • how to form a logical, rational argument
  • evaluating ethics, morals and belief systems
  • critical reasoning to construct and deconstruct arguments
  • how to authenticate and interpret religious texts
  • preparing and conducting public worship services
  • how to minister to and counsel people

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