Eternity Across World Religions
Exploring beliefs about life after death A journey through Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism Year 6 Religious Education
What Do We Already Know?
What have we learned about eternity in Christianity? Do you think all religions have the same beliefs about what happens after death? Why might different religions have different ideas about eternity?
Islam and Eternal Life
Muslims believe in life after death (Akhirah) Good deeds lead to Paradise (Jannah) Bad deeds may lead to Hell (Jahannam) The Day of Judgment determines eternal fate This life is a test from Allah
Hinduism and the Cycle of Life
Hindus believe in reincarnation (samsara) The soul (atman) is reborn many times Karma affects your next life Good karma leads to better rebirth The goal is to achieve moksha (liberation)
Buddhism and the Path to Peace
Buddhists also believe in reincarnation Suffering is caused by desire and attachment The goal is to reach Nirvana Nirvana means the end of suffering Following the Eightfold Path leads to enlightenment
Comparing Beliefs About Eternity
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Research and Present
Work in groups of 9 students Each group researches one religion Use fact sheets and guided questions Prepare a 5-minute presentation Focus on: beliefs about afterlife, how it affects daily life, key concepts
Reflecting on Our Learning
"Understanding different beliefs helps us respect and appreciate the diversity in our world." What similarities did you notice between the religions? How do these beliefs influence the way people live? Why is it important to learn about different religious views?