Year 2 - Religious education
The celebration of Holi
Festivals: How do they celebrate the natural world?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will investigate how Christians and Jews celebrate the natural world. They will examine case studies that to understand that there may be similarities and differences around the world. They will examine the concept of stewardship in Christianity and Jewish idea of tikkun olam.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how and why Hindus celebrate Holi.
Key Notes
- The festival lasts five days and begins on the night of the full moon. It is a joyful festival of colour.
- The pandit lights a bonfire called a burning Holi, sometimes seen as sacred fire.
- People also remember the story of Krishna throwing coloured powder at his friends and play 'Holi' by throwing paint.
Vocabulary To Learn
- pandit: a Hindu priest or wise teacher who leads and celebrates worship and prayer
- Krishna: a Hindu deity who represents compassion, protection and love
- Holi: a Hindu spring festival
- natural world: everything in nature, not made by people
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Festivals are always serious and solemn.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
The festival lasts five days and begins on the night of the full moon. It is a joyful festival of colour. The pandit lights a bonfire called a burning Holi, sometimes seen as sacred fire.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'pandit'
a Hindu priest or wise teacher who leads and celebrates worship and prayer.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Festivals are always serious and solemn. Correction: The festival of Holi is full of fun and mischief.
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