The Jewish festival of Sukkot
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how the Jewish festival of Sukkot celebrates the natural world.
Key learning points
- The Jewish festival of Sukkot recalls the time when God looked after the people as they wandered in the desert.
- Some Jews build a temporary shelter (sukkah) built of natural components. Meals may be eaten there.
- The sukkah reminds Jews of their dependence on God.
- Sukkot is a joyous festival that involves celebration and thanks for the earth.
Keywords
Sukkot - Jewish festival that recalls the time when the people wandered in the desert and were cared for by God
Sukkah - a temporary shelter made of natural materials in the festival of Sukkot
Exodus - the escape of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt
Common misconception
Jewish festivals are always celebrated in the synagogue.
Sukkot is celebrated in the garden.
Teacher tip
Make a sukkah or den in the school grounds or make small shelters from craft materials, lego etc. There are lots of craft ideas online.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a harvest?
Q2.Where is Harvest celebrated?
Q3.Many Christians in the UK celebrate harvest festival by decorating the church with ...
Q4.Christians show stewardship by ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.The Jewish festival that recalls the time when the people wandered in the desert and were cared for by God is called ...
Q2.The sukkah is decorated with ...
Q3.At Sukkot, Jews remember the story of ...
Q4.What does Sukkot teach people?
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