This module introduces you to the challenge of idolizing political philosophies. Idolatries of this kind lead to tyranny, statism, and ineffective policy solutions. You will examine this dynamic in light of a Biblical model of statesmanship favoring limited government, the protection of inalienable rights and liberties, covenantal principles, and justice.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Evaluate the notion of politicalideology as idolatry.
- Discuss the challenges of achieving “cosmicjustice” as defined by Sowell.
- Compareand contrast Koyzis’ understanding of political idolatry with Sowell’s notion of “cosmic justice”.
- Evaluate all of the above in light of a Biblical model of statesmanship.
DO NOT FAIL TO INTEGRATE BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES
- Koyzis: ch. 1
- Sowell: part 1
Discussion: Cosmic Justice and Political Idolatry
Topic: Compare Koyzis’ view of political idolatry with Sowell’s definition of cosmic justice, evaluating both in light of a Biblical model of government and statesmanship.