Monotheism Unit Overview

Essential Questions:

What makes people believe?
What is the global effect of Judaism and, conversely, how is the world affecting Judaism?
What is the global effect of Christianity and, conversely, how is the world affecting Christianity?
What is the global effect of Islam and, conversely, how is the world affecting Islam?

Essential Content and Themes:

Monotheism Tree
Religious Figures & Stories
Judaism: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, The Commandments, and the Covenant
Christianity: Adam & Eve, Cain & Abel, Jesus, the Apostles, Revelations
Islam: Muhammad, Abraham
Religious Beliefs
Daily Life: Tenets of the faiths, Sabbath, Seder, Ten Commandments, Five Pillars, Importance of Language
Food Regulations: Kosher, Lent, Halal
Dress Regulations: Modesty, Covering of head
History of the Religion
Denominations and Leadership
Persecution: Controlled State, Diaspora & Anti-semitism, The Crusades & Inquisition, Expansion & Modern Persecution
Current Issues
US and Global Views of the Religions, Modern Intersections of the Religions