Introducing prayer
I can explain why and how some people pray.
Introducing prayer
I can explain why and how some people pray.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Prayer is a conversation with God. There are many types of prayer.
- Some prayers are said out loud and some in your head.
- Some prayers are made up and some are recited.
- Some prayers are said alone and some together.
Keywords
Prayer - the words or thoughts to help someone talk or listen to God
Collectively - something you do together
Individual - something you do on your own
Common misconception
All prayer looks the same.
There are many different ways of praying.
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