Religion, Philosophy & Ethics
In Religion, Philosophy & Ethics pupils will be introduced to what religious belief is all about. The subject is taught in one lesson per week, and students will develop a wider knowledge and understanding of the six major world religions. Students are encouraged to explore and explain their own ideas and opinions, and to listen to other people’s beliefs. The work they cover in Years 7 and 8 will form the foundation of the GCSE Short Course in Religious Studies, which they will follow in Years 9 and 10.
Course materials
The course is taught through Reflections Book 1: Religion, People and Issues, and supplemented by a wide range of resources to stimulate discussion and debate.
Answers to difficult questions
Can we ever understand life?
Are humans simply animals?
What do Christians think about life and humanity?
Prayer
Does prayer work?
How do people prepare to pray?
Who do people pray to?
Sacred Places and Journeys
Why are some places important to us?
What makes a place sacred?
Why do some religious people believe that it is important to visit sacred places?
What happens when a Muslim takes part in the Hajj?
Is pilgrimage important in a virtual age?
Life after death
What do people think happens after we die?
What do Christians believe and why?
What do other religions believe?
Forgiveness and Retribution
What is forgiveness?
What do different religions believe?
What happens when people can’t forgive?
Sacred Texts
What makes a book holy?
Why is the Bible an exceptional book for Christians?
How is the Quran used by Muslims?
If you have any queries about this curriculum, please contact: Mr Simon Smith, Head of KS3 RPE and Geography, on sjs@farlingtonschool.com