Abraham: what is the significance of covenants for Jews, Christians and Muslims?
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Why this why now
Abraham is a central figure in understanding Abrahamic traditions and so this unit is situated here to build on learning in primary and cement strong foundations that will be needed for further units.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils will know the story of Abraham is found in the Torah and Old Testament.
- Pupils will know that both Jews and Christians share many common stories.
- Pupils will know a covenant is a solemn promise.
- Pupils will know most Christians see Jesus as the incarnation of God.
Threads
Why this why now
Abraham is a central figure in understanding Abrahamic traditions and so this unit is situated here to build on learning in primary and cement strong foundations that will be needed for further units.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils will know the story of Abraham is found in the Torah and Old Testament.
- Pupils will know that both Jews and Christians share many common stories.
- Pupils will know a covenant is a solemn promise.
- Pupils will know most Christians see Jesus as the incarnation of God.
Theology
Abraham: what is the significance of covenants for Jews, Christians and Muslims?
In this unit pupils build on the idea of covenant from primary. Using theological tools they study the story of Abraham in depth understanding how and why he is such a pivotal figure for Jews, Muslims and Christians. They will also examine how many Christians interpret the new covenant.
6 lessons in unit
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