HALAKAH AS A FOUNDATION FOR FIGHTING AGAINST CORRUPTION IN KENYA
Abstract
Corruption in Kenya is a major challenge that affects the economy, social life, security, and livelihood. It has been practiced for many years and therefore has become part of life among the citizens. Several interventions have been applied to fight it, but the results are far from bearing fruit. It is still a significant phenomenon. Every government that comes into place promises to fight it as part of its manifesto, but it is unclear what happens when they get into power. This paper lays a foundation of obedience drawn from the Old Testament theme of Halakah to mitigate against corruption. This paper exposes the theme of Halakah in the covenant, Deuteronomistic covenant Theology that influences people's behavior. The theme of Halakah is seen in its three strands of Mishna, Midrash, and Talmud. It comprises of the written law, oral laws, and the interpretation of the said laws. The key issue this paper brings about is following faithfully laws, customs, regulations, and teaching so that obedience is seen. Therefore, it lays the foundation of following what is right instead of how people are influenced negatively to become corrupt from generation to generation. The Halakah then becomes the negation of vice followed by the posterity so that the correct values and laws are passed as a good heritage.
Keywords: Halakah, Corruption, Obedience.
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