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Explore the characteristics, life, and teachings of a prophet, focusing on the example of Muhammad. Assess what defines a true prophet, their impact, and how they are perceived. Engage in critical thinking through questions and interactive activities.
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A prophet is • Devoted to God • Tells hard truths • Cares for the needy • Knows God’s mind • Foretells the future • Is disliked and rejected (because of the hard truths he has spoken) • What sort of things would you want to know about someone who says they are a prophet ?
Write down 3 questions designed to test whether someone should be believed to be a prophet of God. **What might persuade you that someone is a prophet of God? To evaluate what makes someone a prophet To identify and evaluate key events in Mohammed’s* life To reflect on how Mohammed was a prophet The Life of Muhammad* • A prophet is • Devoted to God • knows God’s mind & teaches God’s way • Tells hard truths • Cares for the needy • Foretells the future • Is disliked and rejected (because of the truths he has spoken) Character ? Lifestyle ? Proof ? Message ? Followers ? Effects of following his teaching? Contradicts or supports previous teachings about God?
The Life of Muhammad* 570 – 632 A.D • Follow the text as we read about Muhammad’s life. • about the same time as • the Romans were leaving Britain • as Sts Alban , Patrick, David, Augustine were spreading Christianity in Britain.
1. Fill in the gaps on your storyboard using the text. • 2. HOMEWORK – for Thurs 26th • Do you think Mohammed was a prophet ? • Give 3 reasons for • Give reasons against • Explain your opinion based on the best reasons why he is/ isn’t. • 3. Draw in the storyboard pictures.
True/ False Think of 2 statements about Mohammed - one that is true, and one that is false. See if your partner can guess – scores 1 point if he/she can !