the way in which we keep someone alive in our minds after their death

the things a person leaves behind in the world after they die

the principles or standards of behaviour or one's judgement of what is important in life

Living on through works and memory

Religious education

Views on the afterlife

Divergent funeral rites

Digital memory

This unit invites pupils to consider religious and non-religious responses to death. They will examine differing views. They will consider how the dead may be remembered through ritual or legacy. They will consider how attitudes are changing and the possibilities technology may offer in the future.

Memory: what happens to us and our memories when we die?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

the principles or standards of behaviour showing what is important

Match each keyword to its correct meaning:

When a person dies, their physical {{}} ends, but memories remain.

Which person is MOST likely to believe they can connect spiritually with the dead?

Why do people keep objects belonging to the dead?

Her work continues to influence medicine and science.

Why is Marie Curie often used as an example of legacy?

Why will Sir Chris Hoy be a good example of legacy?

Many people believe it is important to {{}} loved ones after death.

After death, people may choose burial or ...

Which group traditionally prefers burial?

Ashes of the cremated are often scattered in ...

Living on through works and memory

Lesson outcome

Content guidance