Year 2 - Religious education
Humanist reflection
Prayer: Is it possible to speak to God?
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils will focus on the concept of prayer. They will gain an understanding of diversity in Christian prayer and consider the Lord's Prayer. From this they will examine the importance of prayer in Islam. Finally they will consider humanist responses to prayer
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how non religious people use reflection and meditation.
Key Notes
- Some people find quiet moments helpful, but do not pray.
- People who are not religious may value reflection and meditation.
- Reflection and meditation may take different forms, such as mindfulness, or a time of silence with some music.
- Humanists believe in treating others kindly and thinking carefully about life. They do not believe in God.
- Humanists have special ceremonies like a naming ceremony where people come together, share thoughts, and often reflect.
Vocabulary To Learn
- meditation: taking time to be quiet, still and thoughtful
- reflection: taking time out to think deeply and carefully about something important
- mindfulness: a routine that helps people be calm and reflect
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Only religious people reflect and meditate.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Some people find quiet moments helpful, but do not pray. People who are not religious may value reflection and meditation.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'meditation'
taking time to be quiet, still and thoughtful.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Only religious people reflect and meditate. Correction: Many people value time to reflect and meditate whether they are religious or not.
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