Symbols instead of words

Religious education

Calligraphy and its importance to Muslims

Poetry and expressing feelings

How Christians use art to tell stories

How Christians use art to show faith

Design an artwork to express beliefs

In this unit pupils will build on their understanding of spirituality. They will examine how many worldviews use art to help express their beliefs. They will connect Islamic teachings on images to the development of calligraphy. They will examine different Christian attitudes to images.

Spirituality: how is art used in religions and beliefs?

What symbol do many Christians use today? 

What does the circle represent in the Sikh symbol?

What book of poetry is there in the Bible?

Match the keyword with the correct definition.

What are the ten rules called in Judaism and Christianity?

What word means a promise between God and humans?

Many Christians believe in stewardship. This means …

What is a deeper meaning of the story of the blind men and the elephant?

Jews believe in tikkun olam. This means …

Starter Quiz

What are the ten rules called in Judaism and Christianity?