Curated OER
Hebrews
When learning about other countries, societies, and people, it helps to understand what they believe and what they think is important. This is a quick and basic overview of Hebrew or Jewish beliefs. It covers basic symbolism, founding...
Curated OER
The Ancient Middle East
A great background for a study on Judaism, the Old Testament, or world history, this presentation on the ancient Middle East is thorough and engaging. Viewers will appreciate the clear maps and vivid photographs as they explore the world...
Curated OER
Lincoln Home National Historic Site: A Place of Growth and Memory
Eighth graders study the history of Lincoln's home. In this American History lesson, 8th graders examine artifacts from his home to learn about his beliefs. Students participate in a webquest on Lincoln's home.
Other
New York Public Library: Exhibitions: Three Faiths: Judaism, Christianity, Islam
Rare illuminiated manuscripts form the basis of an exhibition of the three Abrahamic faiths.
Other
The Covenant of God and the Children of Believers
This is a very detailed site about the covenant between Abraham and God.
Other
Akhlah: The Jewish Children's Learning Network
An important resource that provides access to Jewish prayers, stories and rituals Akhlah is specifically designed for the youngest child while maintaining accuracy about the subject matter.
Other
Yourpage.org
"Yourpage.org is a Jewish educational website created to bring fun to Jewish learning." Includes stories, games, and activities suitable for elementary and middle school children. Also provides a guide for teachers and a section for...
Read Works
Read Works: Passages: Abraham
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read a literary text about an elephant who escaped captivity to go back into the wild and answer questions on comprehension, dynamic characterization, textual evidence, main idea, and more....
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Babylonia
This Bible Tutor site briefly describes the Babylonia and the Babylonian Exile. Includes image, map, and hyperlinked terms.
Islami City
Islami City: Council on Islamic Education: Hajj
A detailed description of Hajj provided by the Council on Islamic Education. Includes suggested questions and activities for the classroom plus a great glossary.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Akkadians, Egyptians, and Hebrews
This site provides information on the civilizations of the Akkadians, Egyptians, and Hebrews.
Other
Bible Study Guide: God Tested Abraham (Genesis Chapter 22)
Provides the text from the Bible that tells the story of Abraham's attempted sacrifice of Isaac. It discussed how God tested Abraham.
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The Days of Genesis 1
You must scroll down to the section titled "The Early Church and the Day-Age Theory" to begin specific reading on St. Augustine's interpretation of Genesis 1; however, the information leading up to it is valuable as well. Provides...
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Akhlah: The Jewish Children's Learning Network: Genesis
For a simple, step by step, exploration of the first book of the Torah, use this resource. Visitors are also introduced to Hebrew terminology and script.
Bible Study Tools
Condensed Biblical Encyclopedia: Abram
This site helps develop the background to understand Abraham and the covenant between he and God. This is the place to start.
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Living Word Library: Sarah Women of the Bible
Good article summarizing the life of the biblical character Sarah, the wife of Abraham. Follows with questions for discussion.
Bible Study Tools
Easton's Bible Dictionary: Jacob
This site, which is provided for by Crosswalk.com, gives simple and basic information on Jacob.
Bible Study Tools
Bible Study Tools: Sarah
Outline about the life of Sarah and all of the scripture references pertaining to her.
Bible Study Tools
Smith's Bible Dictionary: Isaac
This resource provides a great overview of Isaac with Biblical references.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Chosen People
This Jewish Virtual Library site discusses why the Jews are the chosen people and how Jews and non-Jews feel about the status.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Abraham
This Jewish Virtual Library site shares a simple and easy to follow history and biography of Abraham.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Hebrews
This site from The Bible Tutor provides a short, but informative introduction to the book of Hebrews that describes the message and significance of the book. Links are also provided for additional information on related subjects.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Sarah
This site from The Bible Tutor provides a very simple site with biblical links and background on Sarah. Links are also provided for other people who are related to the subject, as well as direct citations from scripture.