Sweden Year 4-6 (Mellanstadiet) - Religion Course Entries

This course aims to broaden students' understanding of religion and other philosophical perspectives, both in Swedish society and globally. It encourages personal development through reflection on ethics and life's big questions.

Religion and Other Philosophical Perspectives

This section explores various religions and secular perspectives, focusing on their impact on individuals and society.

• The Importance of Religion in People's Lives: This topic examines how people express their religiosity and the role religion plays in their lives. It explores various ways individuals connect with their faith and how it shapes their identity and community.
• Religions: Students learn about Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism. The curriculum emphasizes the diversity within each religion, acknowledging different interpretations and practices. Similarities and differences between these religions are also explored, promoting interfaith understanding. The focus is on lived religion and its concrete expressions, such as rituals, religiously motivated rules of conduct, and sacred places and spaces.

Religion and Society

This section examines the complex relationship between religion and society, both historically and in the present day.

• Representation of Religions: Students learn how religions are portrayed in media and other contexts, and how these representations can shape perceptions of oneself and others. This includes analyzing how different sources present information about religions and developing critical thinking skills to evaluate these portrayals.
• Christianity's Role in Swedish Society: This topic explores the historical influence of Christian traditions on Swedish values and culture, both past and present. It also examines how the role of Christianity has evolved in Swedish society over time.
• Religious Diversity in Sweden: Students learn about the diverse religious and philosophical beliefs held by people in Sweden today, and how this diversity has changed over time. This includes understanding the coexistence of Christianity with other religions and secular perspectives in a pluralistic society.

Ethics and Life Questions

This section encourages students to reflect on ethical dilemmas and life's fundamental questions, drawing on their own experiences and various religious and philosophical interpretations.

• Everyday Moral Questions: Students discuss everyday moral dilemmas, such as responsibility, exclusion, violations, equality, and sexuality. They explore these issues from their own perspectives and consider different religious interpretations.
• Life Questions: Students engage in conversations about life's big questions, such as what is important in life and different beliefs about what happens after death. They explore these questions from their own viewpoints and consider various religious perspectives.