Sacred Text Analysis
Objective: Examine key teachings of world religions.
Activity:
Provide excerpts from sacred texts (e.g., the Bible, Quran, Bhagavad Gita, Torah, or Tripitaka).
Have students analyze the text, identifying central teachings and their relevance to modern life.
Facilitate a discussion comparing moral lessons across religions.
Criteria for Sacred Text Analysis Activity
1. Content Understanding (40%)
Excellent (36–40): Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the sacred text, accurately explains its
central teachings, and relates them to the religion's core beliefs.
Proficient (31–35): Shows a clear understanding of the text, identifies key teachings, and relates them to
the religion, with minor inaccuracies.
Developing (26–30): Provides a basic understanding of the text and its teachings but misses key details
or connections.
Needs Improvement (25 and below): Lacks understanding of the text and fails to identify key teachings.
2. Relevance and Application (30%)
Excellent (27–30): Effectively relates the teachings to modern life, providing insightful examples or
connections.
Proficient (23–26): Relates teachings to modern life with some relevant examples or connections.
Developing (20–22): Makes minimal connections between the teachings and modern life.
Needs Improvement (19 and below): Fails to relate the teachings to modern life.
3. Critical Thinking (20%)
Excellent (18–20): Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking by analyzing the text's deeper meanings
and presenting well-supported interpretations.
Proficient (15–17): Shows solid critical thinking with clear interpretations supported by examples.
Developing (12–14): Provides basic interpretations but lacks depth or strong support.
Needs Improvement (11 and below): Lacks critical analysis and provides little to no interpretation of the
text.
4. Presentation and Clarity (10%)
Excellent (9–10): Communicates findings clearly, logically, and creatively, with well-organized thoughts
and effective delivery.
Proficient (8): Presents findings clearly, with minor issues in organization or delivery.
Developing (7): Communicates ideas but lacks clarity or organization.
Needs Improvement (6 and below): Fails to communicate ideas effectively or lacks structure.
Total: 100%
Instructions:
Objective:
To analyze excerpts from sacred texts of world religions and understand their central teachings,
relevance to modern life, and their connection to the religion’s core beliefs.
Steps:
1. Form Groups:
You will work in groups of 3–5. Each group will be assigned a sacred text excerpt (e.g., the Bible, Quran,
Bhagavad Gita, Torah, or Tripitaka).
2. Read and Understand the Text:
Carefully read the assigned excerpt. Discuss with your group to ensure everyone understands the text.
3. Identify Key Teachings:
Highlight important teachings, values, or messages conveyed in the text.
Discuss how these teachings reflect the beliefs and practices of the religion.
4. Analyze Relevance to Modern Life:
Think about how the teachings can be applied to present-day issues, challenges, or situations.
Provide real-life or hypothetical examples to illustrate their relevance.
5. Interpret the Deeper Meaning:
Discuss the symbolic or philosophical significance of the text. What is the deeper lesson it conveys?
6. Prepare a Presentation:
Summarize your findings in a brief presentation. Include:
A summary of the text’s message.
Key teachings and their connection to the religion.
Relevance to modern life with examples.
Your group’s interpretation of the deeper meaning.
Be creative! You may use posters, slides, or other visual aids.
7. Present to the Class:
Each group will have 5–7 minutes to present their analysis. Be prepared to answer questions from your
classmates.
Reminders:
Work collaboratively; ensure everyone contributes.
Cite your sources if you do additional research.
Respect all religions during discussions and presentations.
Deadline:
Presentations will take place on (January 13, 2024). Ensure all materials are ready by then.
