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Mary Ifechukwude Egwuanikwu
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Implications of Matthew 5:23-24 for Conflict Resolution in Educational Settings Mary Ifechukwude Egwuanikwu
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 14, No 1 (2026)
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Conflict is certain in relationships that exist among individuals, especially in educational environments with people from diverse backgrounds and values who interact with one another. This paper examined conflict resolution in educational settings from a biblical viewpoint, with particular focus on the principles of reconciliation and forgiveness from Matthew 5:23–24. It made use of a theological technique and incorporated biblical exegesis with models of conflict resolution, which include Restorative Justice (RJ), Social–Emotional Learning (SEL) and Mediation Theories. The exegetical analysis of Matthew 5:23–24 relates three fundamental imperatives—urgency, initiative, and relational priority—which symbolise a model that tackles both spiritual and interpersonal aspects of conflict. Data was obtained from biblical commentaries, published books and articles. The study discovered that applying these principles can modify school culture by encouraging confidence, compassion, and shared respect, ultimately improving learning outcomes. However, while it might be easy for Faith-based schools to discover and express scriptural integration, secular or multi-faith institutions might need to outline the model in a language that is generally acceptable. The paper concluded that reconciliation-centred conflict resolution is not merely biblically authorised but also pedagogically effective, providing a structure for better and more peaceful educational settings. Thus, it is recommended that teachers, administrators, and student leaders in schools should adopt restorative practices, mediation expertise, and Social–Emotional Learning (SEL).
Religious Ethics as a Catalyst for Political Integrity and Good Governance in Nigeria: An Exegetical Reading of 1 Peter 5:2–3 Mary Ifechukwude Egwuanikwu
Pinisi Journal of Social Science Vol 5, No 1 (2026): May
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

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The quest for good governance and political integrity in Nigeria is not just an institutional one, but one that demands moral leadership that can channel public power to the good of the people. This article discusses religious ethics as a source of good governance through exegetical analysis of 1 Peter 5:2-3. The study interprets Peter's instructions to shepherds to refuse dishonest gain, avoid domination and to lead by example. The study employed qualitative textual analysis and integrative synthesis. It establishes that the commands in 1 Peter 5: 2-3 form a holistic framework for stewardship, voluntary service, financial rectitude, accountable authority and exemplary behaviour. Although the passage is an admonition to the elders in Christian communities, the ethical principles are applicable in addressing political leadership in Nigeria. The study demonstrates that ethical values and principles inculcated in leaders through religious education can help improve political integrity by breeding leaders who would not be susceptible to corrupting influences, who would observe the tenets of noble politics, defend helpless citizens and think about the interests of the nation rather than of their own or of their followers. The study advocates adopting the Ethical Leadership Framework enshrined in the text, as it demonstrates a connection between religious moral formation, stewardship, integrity, non-domination, accountability, public example, and good governance and sustainable nation-building. It holds that religious institutions have a positive role to perform in terms of ethico-moral education, in public advocacy and in credible institutional practice
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