Researching Islam Project

Choose one option below and work with others in class. This group project completion will be your “quiz” grade for Islam; 3-4 students working on the same project. Due: the next class period after the field trip.

Choice1- Symbols and Architecture of Islam: What are the symbols associated with Islam and what do each mean? What kinds of decorations will one see in a mosque (What can and cannot be used)? What are some of the major holy sites/buildings in Islam?

            Create a PPT “Brochure” of sights that one person “sells” or create an artistic recreation of Islamic art with caption

Choice 2- The Hajj In-Depth: Where, what, why, how many, etc. of the pilgrimage to Mecca.

            Create a board game of the Hajj- for 4 people to play

Choice 3- The ABCs of the Koran: How was Koran created? Search out the scriptures of the Koran and learn the holy words along with the design.

            Create a PPT “ABC” book using Scripture and explanation as if you were teaching young children about the Koran

Choice 4- Islam in the News: Explore different news sites and find articles within the last 3 months pertaining to Muslims, Muslim controversy, celebrations, or other news events.  How is Islam portrayed in the media?

            Create an iMovie or other video & music/voice over presentation of how Islamic countries/events are covered in the media.

Choice 5- Festivals and Holy Days: How do Muslims celebrate their faith or remember Allah? How is it affected or changed depending on the different countries that celebrate it?

Create a new festival that is consistent with Islamic beliefs and the Korean culture.  Consider the length and purpose of this holy festival and share/lead others in the class. Food? Clothing? Prayers? Offerings/Actions? Be able to “lead” the class in this festival.

O'Dreidel

I have a little dreidel

I made it out of clay

And when it's dry and ready

Then dreidel I shall play

CHORUS

Oh dreidel dreidel dreidel

I made it out of clay

And when it's dry and ready

Then dreidel I shall play

It has a lovely body

With legs so short and thin

And when it is so tired

It drops and then I win!

CHORUS

My dreidel's always playful

It loves to dance and spin

A happy game of dreidel

Come play now, let's begin!

CHORUS

A Boy Shares His Perception of Heaven

A 4-year old boy goes through a near death experience during surgery and claims that he saw God and heaven. Colton, the boy, shares his perception of heaven and God.

Things To Think About:

Surprisingly, Colton's parents shared that people quickly believed their story and encouraged to spread the word.

Do you think that people were quick to believe this story because it contained some kind of answer to their questions about life?

Rick Warren: A life purpose

Pastor Rick Warren goes on Ted Talks to talk about his point of view about the purpose of life and how the existence of human beings are not accidental. 

My Shema

After discussing your own concept of God in class, create your own Shema. On your blog page summarize what you talked about by writing:
1. 3 characteristics of your God
2. An experience that shaped this understanding
3. A way that you remember or revere this God
Finally write a 3-4 line Shema- your core idea of God and your response to Him.
Due Friday, Nov. 16th at noon.