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Introducing Judaism
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We can explain where we
will find Jews in the world
today.
We will be able to explain
some Jewish beliefs about
God.
We can identify two
symbols of Judaism.
We can explain how our
beliefs affect our actions.
Jewish Traditions
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We will explore Bar Mitzvah
& Circumcision.
We will be able to explain
Bar and Bat Mitzvah
traditions.
We can explain Jewish
circumcision tradition.
We can explain why
traditions are important to
all of us.
Are all traditions good? We
can express a view on this.
The Torah
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We can identify the parts
of a Torah scroll.
We can explain how the
Torah is used in a
synagogue.
We can explain the sort of
guidance Jews get from
the Torah.
We can express views on
the guidance we get in life
and where we get it from
The Synagogue
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We will explore Jewish use of
the synagogue.
We will be able to describe the
main features of a synagogue
and explain their importance.
We will be able to explain the
way Jews worship in a
synagogue.
We can express a view on
whether we prefer Orthodox or
Reform synagogue use.
Shabbat
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We will explore Jewish beliefs
and practices about Shabbat.
We can explain why Jews
celebrate Shabbat.
We can explain the “rules” of
Shabbat.
We can express a view on the
attractiveness of Shabbat.
We can discuss different views
on the origin of the cosmos.
Passover
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We will explore the story and
meaning of Passover.
We will be able to tell the story
of the “first” Passover.
We will be able to describe a
Passover meal and explain the
meaning of the rituals.
We can express a view on :– What really happened.
– Whether God acted fairly or
not.
A Persecuted People
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We will explore the way Jews
have suffered persecution
throughout history.
We can explain key words:prejudice, discrimination.
We can talk about our
experiences of prejudice and
discrimination.
We can give examples of
Jewish persecution.
We can discuss how Jews may
react to persecution.
Israel
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We will explore the importance
of Israel for the Jewish people.
We can explain the importance
of these places for Jews:–
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Yad Vashem
Mea Shearim
Masada
Western Wall.
We can discuss Jewish and
Palestinian relationships today.