Interpreting the woman at the well
I can explain how Christians might interpret the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.
Interpreting the woman at the well
I can explain how Christians might interpret the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.
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Key learning points
- Since the time of Jesus, women have faced challenges to have their voices heard in society.
- Some Christians think it's important to support people who are outcast from society even if other Christians disapprove.
- Corrie Ten Boom is an example of a Christian who challenged society, inspired by the teachings of Jesus.
- During World War Two she and her family hid many Jews from the Nazis and helped them to safety.
Keywords
Calling - a feeling of duty to take on a job or role
Outcast - someone who has been rejected by their community
Ordain - to give someone authority to be a religious leader such as a priest
Common misconception
Christians do not challenge society around them.
Christians might challenge the laws and customs of their society.
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a feeling of duty to take on a job or role
someone who has been rejected by their community
to give someone authority to be a religious leader such as a priest