Two great Commandments
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the meaning of the two great Commandments and their relevance for Christians today.
Key learning points
- The two great Commandments are contained in the New Testament.
- You could categorise the Ten Commandments under the two great Commandment headings.
- Jesus told the parable of the Good Samaritan to help people understand what it means to 'love your neighbour'.
- Christians may be guided by these Commandments when making moral decisions.
Keywords
Commandment - refers to an important rule given by God that tells people how to behave
Neighbour - in the Bible, refers to anyone in need of help or compassion
Parable - a story used to illustrate a moral lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels
Common misconception
The two Commandments form part of the Ten Commandments given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai.
The two Commandments are taught by Jesus.
Teacher tip
To consolidate the learning in this lesson, ensure pupils are familiar with the Good Samaritan parable.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its correct meaning.
prophet who received the Ten Commandments
a divine rule given by God
the place where Moses received the Commandments
Q2.Which book of the Bible contains the Ten Commandments?
Q3.What was the purpose of giving the Israelites the Ten Commandments?
Q4.Why are the Ten Commandments important to many Jewish people today?
Q5.How do some Christian countries reflect the Commandments in law today?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What are the two great Commandments?
Q2.Where are the two great Commandments found?
Q3.Jesus told the parable of the Good Samaritan to people understand what it means to love your neighbour.
Q4.Marcus Rashford helped ensure that children continued to get school meals during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Q5.One of the Ten Commandments says love your neighbour as yourself.
Q6.Rachel Lampard's ‘Walking with Micah’ initiative shows her following which Commandment?
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