Symbols That Express Christian Belief
Understanding how symbols communicate faith Exploring Christian symbols and their meanings Year 3 Religious Education
What is a Symbol?
Think about symbols you see every day What do they tell us without using words? How do symbols help us understand meaning quickly?
Important Christian Symbols
The Cross - reminds Christians of Jesus's sacrifice The Dove - represents peace and the Holy Spirit The Fish - an ancient Christian symbol The Candle - represents Jesus as the light of the world The Bible - God's word and teachings
Symbol Matching Game
Match each Christian symbol to its meaning Work with a partner to discuss your choices Be ready to explain your thinking
How Symbols Communicate
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Design Your Own Symbol
Create a symbol for something important to you Think about what shapes, colors, or pictures would represent your idea Be ready to explain what your symbol means Remember - good symbols are simple and clear