What part does forgiveness play in resolving conflict?
Activities Pupils could study the parable of the Unmerciful Servant (Mt18:21-35) and discuss what Jesus was trying to teach. Ask them to write a modern version of this parable, thinking about different possible outcomes. Ask pupils to consider Jesus forgiving his executioners (Lk23:34). They could watch an extract from the film Jesus of Nazareth to help stimulate a discussion about how the people at the crucifixion may have felt and why. Look at The Lord’s Prayer (Lk11:2-4) and consider things that pupils forgive and might like to be forgiven for. Pupils study the teachings of religious leaders such as Guru Nanak, the Buddha, Muhammad and Moses on forgiveness, reconciliation, and how to treat other people. How were these teachings originally taught? How do they influence followers now? Are there any similarities between the religions? What lessons are there for people who are not members of a faith group? How do different religions respect and/or tolerate the views of others? Is fairne
