Year 4 - Religious education
Hajj: the impact on believers
Pilgrimage: why might some people visit Jerusalem, Karbala or Makkah?
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Unit Summary
Pupils will analyse why Jerusalem is a sacred place for many Jews, Christians and Muslims. From this they will explain what the experience of visiting sacred places might mean. Investigating case studies of Makkah and the Shi'a shrine of Karbala will deepen their sense of diversity in Islam.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how Hajj has an impact on believers' lives before, during and after Hajj.
Key Notes
- The cost of Hajj and the global nature of the pilgrimage means people prepare carefully.
- Hajj will have a physical and spiritual impact on many pilgrims.
- For many Muslims, Hajj continues to have an impact on their lives when they return.
- Case studies of believers are a useful way to find out about the impact. However, they only represent one person's view.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Eid ul-Adha: the festival of sacrifice in Islam
- Hajji: a Muslim man who has been on Hajj
- Ummah: the worldwide community of Islam
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- A Muslim can go on Hajj whenever they choose.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
The cost of Hajj and the global nature of the pilgrimage means people prepare carefully. Hajj will have a physical and spiritual impact on many pilgrims.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'Eid ul-Adha'
the festival of sacrifice in Islam.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: A Muslim can go on Hajj whenever they choose. Correction: Hajj is expensive, so people may well save up. Saudi Arabia operates a quota for each country.
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