Sudan Primary 4 School Syllabus - Religious Education

Unit 1: Festivals

• Christian Festivals: This unit introduces the concept of festivals and explores the significance of Christian festivals, including Christmas (celebrating the birth of Jesus), Easter (commemorating the death and resurrection of Jesus), and Pentecost (marking the coming of the Holy Spirit). Students learn about the origins of these festivals in the Bible and how they are celebrated.
• Festivals in Other Religions: This section explores how festivals are celebrated in other religions, including Jewish (Passover) and Islamic (Idd-Al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha) traditions. Students compare and contrast these celebrations with Christian festivals.
• Non-Religious Festivals: This section examines non-religious festivals, such as Independence Day, Labour Day, SPLA Day, and New Year's Day. Students learn about the significance of these celebrations and compare them with religious festivals.

Unit 2: The Torah

• Meaning and Books of the Torah: This unit introduces the Torah, also known as the Pentateuch or the first five books of the Old Testament (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy). Students learn about the meaning of the Torah and its importance as a central document in Judaism.
• Importance of the Torah: Students explore the importance of the Torah in relation to religious beliefs, including the Ten Commandments, the creation story, and the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the promised land.
• The Torah and the Environment: This section connects the Torah to the environment, focusing on the creation story in Genesis and the importance of caring for God's creation.

Unit 3: Core Virtues from the Bible

• Christian Virtues: This unit explores core virtues from the Bible, including faith, obedience, forgiveness, hope, and patience. Students learn about the meaning and importance of these virtues in Christian belief and how they can be practiced in daily life.
• Challenges and Solutions: Students discuss the challenges to these virtues in the modern world and explore ways to overcome them, such as prayer, fasting, and seeking guidance from religious leaders.

Unit 4: The Disciples

• Roles of the Disciples: This unit introduces the disciples of Jesus and their roles in the early church, including spreading the gospel, healing the sick, and casting out demons.
• Activities in the Early Church: Students learn about the activities carried out by the disciples, such as preaching, baptizing, and performing miracles. They compare the work of the disciples in the early church with the work of religious leaders today.
• Lessons from the Disciples: This section focuses on the lessons that can be learned from the disciples, such as the importance of faith, obedience, and perseverance in spreading the gospel.

Unit 5: Annual Celebrations in Africa

• Annual Festivals: This unit explores annual celebrations in Africa, focusing on rainy season celebrations, planting season celebrations, and harvest season celebrations.
• Importance of Annual Festivals: Students learn about the importance of these celebrations in African societies, including their cultural significance and their role in promoting community and thanking God for blessings.