This lesson plan is designed to guide Grade 12 students through a critical examination of Exodus 7-10, focusing on the Ten Plagues. Over three lessons, students will gain historical and theological insights, evaluate moral complexities, and analyze leadership roles within the biblical narrative. Through discussions and activities, students will develop a deeper understanding of the text's relevance and implications.
This lesson introduces students to the narrative of Exodus 7-10, which describes the Ten Plagues that befell Egypt. Students will explore the historical, cultural, and theological context of these biblical events and understand their significance in the ancient world and Jewish tradition.
Lesson 2: Lesson 2: Theological Themes in Exodus 7-10
Overview
In this lesson, students will delve deeper into the moral and theological considerations presented by the Ten Plagues in the Hebrew Bible. We will examine how these events can be interpreted through ethical and religious lenses, discuss the implications these interpretations have for understanding faith and morality, and encourage critical thinking on the broader impact of these narratives.
Lesson 3: Lesson 3: The Role of Leadership in Times of Crisis
Overview
This lesson aims to deepen students' understanding of leadership by comparing and contrasting Moses and Pharaoh during the events of Exodus 7-10. Through analysis and discussion, students will discern different leadership qualities exhibited by both figures and reflect on effective leadership traits.
