The world of Abram

Religious education

In this unit pupils build on the idea of covenant from primary. Using theological tools they study the story of Abraham in depth understanding how and why he is such a pivotal figure for Jews, Muslims and Christians. They will also examine how many Christians interpret the new covenant.

Abraham: what is the significance of covenants for Jews, Christians and Muslims?

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

What was Abram called after he made a covenant with God?

{{}} is a supernatural being that is worshipped, such as a god or goddess.

The {{}} that the Sumerians built for their gods to live in was called a ziggurat.

Abram smashed the idols but left one to blame

Abram's father admitted the idols were powerless

Starting with the earliest, put the events from the story of Abram and his father's idols in the correct order.

Christianity, {{}} and Judaism are all Abrahamic religions.

to give something up for the sake of others 

Match these keywords to the correct definitions.

The covenant between Abraham and God is known as the {{}} covenant.

they allow humans to tell God exactly what they want from him.

they allow God to set out exactly what is expected of humans.

they allow humans to benefit from God and do nothing in return.

they allow God to oversee agreements between figures of authority.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of serious crime

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The world of Abram

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.