The Israelites and the Rule of Law

In this lesson, students will learn about key figures from Judaism (Abraham and Moses) as well as the practices of law in Israelite civilization.  Then, students will apply what they know about the rule of law in Mesopotamia and in ancient Egypt to determine how the Israelites compared to them.  Students will do this by comparing passages from Hammurabi’s Code to Jewish laws, then explaining the similarities and differences in how the rule of law was practiced in Mesopotamia, Israel, and Egypt.
Resource ID#: 210109 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: Israel, Israelites, Judaism, Abraham, Moses, exit slip, direct instruction, Hammurabi's Code, Torah, laws, rule of law, beliefs, religion, Abrahamic religion, Mesopotamia, Egypt, analysis, worksheet, group discussions
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Argumentation
Resource Collection: Summer 2023 Integrated Civics and Social Studies

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