... of the cultural background of England. It is alluded to and quoted in many of the classics of English Literature, both past and present and it has a major influence on the English language. Without some knowledge of the Bible it is difficult to understand fully many events in British History. However, it is not the sole purpose of Religious Education to enable the teaching of the English literature or of British History. Within Religious education it is important for pupils to know what the Bible is, to understand the role it plays within Christianity and its links with other major world faiths. There are two aspects to teaching the Bible in Religious Education and these concern its nature and its contents. These apply throughout all stages of education, both primary and secondary. These two aspects are reflected in the Christian working group suggestions for the SCAA model syllabuses. As ...

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