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Light in Religion. Learning Objectives To understand how each religion uses Light in their faith. To be able to identify the similarities and differences in how they use light. What is light? Where is it found?. Helps people to find their way. Helps things to grow. Allows us to
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Light in Religion Learning Objectives To understand how each religion uses Light in their faith. To be able to identify the similarities and differences in how they use light.
What is light? Where is it found? Helps people to find their way Helps things to grow Allows us to read things Light The sun gives us light Symbolises knowledge and ideas! Keeps us warm
Light in Religion Read the information about how Light is used by Christians, Hindus and Jews. Think about making comparisons to your own religion.
Candles: a Christian Symbol In Christianity, candles represent the light of God. They are lit as a sign of remembrance or to accompany prayer The candle indicates light – ray of hope Some Churches also use a Paschal candle which represents Jesus, and is only lit on Easter Candles are used in processions and at the altar.