A5 Religious Experience Lesson 1

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Religious Experience

A5

2025 - 2026

Lesson 1

Logical caroussel (QAREPR)

1. Ask a Question: closed question connected to philosophical content
2. Answer the question
3. Give a Reason that fits the combination of the question asked and the answer given.
4. Give an Example that illustrates the stated reason, as well as makes this reason (more) concrete. 
5. Produce a critical note
6. Give a Reflection about the whole conversation:

     - Do you think differently now?

     - What was striking?

     - Did your attitude change concerning the subject that has been discussed?

What feedback do you have on the test?

Which grade would you give yourself for preparing for the test?

Term 2

1. Chapter 5: Test

Lesson objectives

You will.....

• understand the concept of mystical experience
• be able to name examples of mystical experiences
• evaluate whether mystical experiences are enough to believe in God.
• learn about the views of William James

Starter

Have you ever had an experience that made you stop and think?

Assignment

Write a list of experiences or things that are hard to explain on the whiteboard.

Would you believe someone who had this experience?
Why? Why not?
How would you explain it?
What evidence would convince you the experience was real?

What is meant with a mystical experience?

Assignment

Read chapter 4 & 5 of the handout. When reading:

1. Mark sentences that are appealing to you with an exclamation mark.
2. Underline text you don't understand
3. Underline text with a doodle that makes you frown upon

stuk van Revelations of Divine Love van Julian of Norwich

What was his experience and what is the difference with the experience we've just read?

Homework

To study §5.1

To do: 4 and 5 page 69

Are mystical experiences enough to believe in God?