Grade 7

Grade 7 Marley

Ceremonies and Rites

Ceremony

A formal event that makes a special occasion such as a baptism or wedding.

Why are ceremonies important ?

Ceremonies are important in all religions. They are usually used to Mark important times in a person's life. Ceremonies include:Baptism, weddings and funerals

Ritual

A set of actions that are supposed to be done during a ceremony

Why are rituals important?

Rituals are important actions that are done during a ceremony. They help to express spiritual ideas through things that are visible. examples are as follows: laying of hands, clasping hands to pray, kneeling to pray, washing rituals, e.g. wudu and Mikveh.

Follow the link to see a demonstration of the wudu

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93kjPt6ajaA

Class Activity

Briefly describe the wudu after you have watched the video. Clearly state what is done (at least 7 things done)

Homework

write a letter to a friend telling him or her why religious ceremonies are important to the followers in the religion.