The visit of the wise men to baby Jesus
Subject:
Christian Religious Knowledge
Term:
First Term
Week:
Week 2
Class:
JSS 2 / BASIC 8
Previous lesson: Pupils have previous knowledge of
THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST
that was taught in their previous lesson
Topic:
The visit of the wise men
Behavioural objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- Explain the visit of the shepherds
- mention the three gifts that the wise men gave to Jesus Christ
- say who wanted to kill baby Jesus
Instructional Materials:
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching:
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials:
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content
WEEK: 2
SUBJECT: CHRISTAIN RELIGIOUS STUDIES
TOPIC: The Birth of Jesus Christ
SUB-TOPIC:
- The visit of the wise men
- The Shepherds’ visit
- The value of virginity before and after marriage.
Sub-Topic 1: The visit of the wise men (The Magi) Matt. 2: 1-12
When Jesus was born, some wise men (Magi) who lived in the east saw a star which showed that a new king was born in Judea. They came to Jerusalem to see him and pay homage to him. When Herod the Great heard about it, he was greatly troubled; He summoned all the Jewish Chief priests and the scribes together and asked them where the Christ should be born. They told him that the prophets said that the Christ would be born in Bethlehem of Judea. When Herod the great heard this, he invited the wise men privately, He told them to go to Bethlehem of Judea and search for the child, and report back to him so that he too would go and pay homage to him.
The wise men continued their journey and the star they had seen in the East guided them to Bethlehem till it came and stood over the house where Jesus was born, they entered the house, saw baby Jesus with Mary his mother and they fell down and worshipped him. They gave him gifts, which were gold, frankincense and myrrh.
The significance of the three wise men’s gifts that they gave to Jesus Christ
The Gold signified his royal background,
The Frankincense stood for his spiritual/Priesthood work.
The Myrrh signified Jesus ‘death on the cross to save mankind.
They did not return to King Herod because God warned them in a dream not to return to him.
Evaluation:
- The wise men came from——–
- Mention the three gifts the wise men presented to Jesus Christ
- Who told Herod the Great that a new king of the Jew had been born
Objectives
1. When Jesus was born, some wise men (Magi) from the East saw a star, indicating a new king was born in Judea. They came to ________ to see Him.
a) Bethlehem
b) Jerusalem
c) Nazareth
2. Herod the Great was troubled when he heard about the wise men’s visit. He gathered Jewish ________ and scribes for advice.
a) fishermen
b) priests
c) farmers
3. The prophets said that the Christ would be born in ________ of Judea.
a) Bethlehem
b) Jerusalem
c) Nazareth
4. Herod invited the wise men privately and told them to go to ________ and search for the child.
a) Jerusalem
b) Nazareth
c) Bethlehem
5. The wise men followed a star that led them to the ________ where Jesus was born.
a) stable
b) inn
c) house
6. The wise men entered the house and saw ________ with baby Jesus.
a) Joseph
b) Mary
c) Herod
7. The wise men fell down and ________ Jesus when they saw Him.
a) worshipped
b) questioned
c) ignored
8. The gifts the wise men gave to Jesus included gold, frankincense, and ________.
a) myrtle
b) myrrh
c) mint
9. Gold symbolized Jesus’ ________ background.
a) royal
b) priestly
c) scholarly
10. Frankincense represented Jesus’ ________ work.
a) kingly
b) spiritual
c) healing
11. Myrrh signified Jesus’ ________ on the cross to save mankind.
a) birth
b) death
c) resurrection
12. Why did the wise men not return to King Herod?
a) They forgot.
b) God warned them in a ________.
c) They got lost.
13. The wise men were guided by a ________ to find Jesus.
a) moon
b) star
c) comet
14. Where did the wise men finally find Jesus?
a) In a stable.
b) In an inn.
c) In a ________.
15. What did the wise men do when they found Jesus?
a) They ignored Him.
b) They gave Him ________.
c) They scolded Him.
Sub-Topic 2: The visit of the Shepherds Luke 2: 8-26
There were some shepherds in Bethlehem who were looking after their flock in the open field. An angel of the Lord appeared to announce the birth of Jesus to them and the whole place shone brightly. The shepherds became frightened but the Angel told them not to be afraid because he had brought them good news. So they went in haste, and found Mary and Joseph and the baby lying in a manger. The shepherds then returned to the field, glorifying and praising God for the birth of the Saviour of all mankind.
The significance of the visit of the shepherds:
Shepherds like cattle keepers everywhere, are simple, uneducated and poor people; they have nobody to look up to, except God. The announcement to them therefore shows God’s interest in ordinary people.
Evaluation
1. In Bethlehem, there were some ________ looking after their flock in the open field.
a) farmers
b) shepherds
c) carpenters
2. An angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds to announce the birth of ________.
a) Moses
b) Jesus
c) David
3. When the angel appeared, the whole place shone ________.
a) dimly
b) brightly
c) quietly
4. Initially, the shepherds were ________ by the angel’s presence.
a) excited
b) frightened
c) relieved
5. The angel reassured the shepherds not to be afraid and told them he brought them ________ news.
a) bad
b) no
c) good
6. The shepherds went in ________ to find Mary, Joseph, and the baby in a manger.
a) haste
b) leisure
c) confusion
7. After visiting the baby Jesus, the shepherds returned to the field, ________ God.
a) ignoring
b) praising
c) scolding
8. What did the shepherds find lying in a manger?
a) A lamb.
b) Mary and Joseph.
c) The baby Jesus.
9. The shepherds’ visit is significant because it shows God’s interest in ________ people.
a) extraordinary
b) educated
c) ordinary
10. Shepherds, like cattle keepers, are often ________ and uneducated.
a) wealthy
b) simple
c) powerful
11. Who did the shepherds have to look up to, according to the passage?
a) Kings
b) God
c) Angels
12. The shepherds’ visit highlights God’s interest in ordinary people and their ________.
a) intelligence
b) humility
c) wealth
13. What did the shepherds do after visiting the baby Jesus?
a) They went home.
b) They glorified and praised ________.
c) They went to tell Herod.
14. When the angel appeared, what did the shepherds see?
a) Darkness.
b) Bright light.
c) Stars.
15. The shepherds returned to the field after their visit, ________ God for the birth of the Savior.
a) blaming
b) ignoring
c) glorifying
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out a short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she makes the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
The Passion: Jesus’ Triumphant Entry and Cleaning of the Temple
Birth of Jesus in Bethlehem Manger
Evaluation
- Explain the visit of the shepherds
- mention the three gifts that the wise men gave to Jesus Christ
- Who wanted to kill baby Jesus
- To pardon means to _______
- Mention two people that forgave someone in the bible
- To whom did Jesus say to that go and sin no more, your sins are forgiven
- Mention two ways of letting go of what others have done to us in the past
- What did the three men tell Herod
