Activity 1: The Binding of Isaac

Part of Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures

Activity time: 10 minutes

Materials for Activity

A copy of the story, "The Binding of Isaac"
Leader Resource 1, The Binding of Isaac Background Information

Preparation for Activity

Print the story and practice reading it aloud.
Print Leader Resource 1, The Binding of Isaac Background Information, and prepare to briefly present the information. Make copies for interested participants to take home.

Description of Activity

Drawing on Leader Resource 1, The Binding of Isaac Background Information, briefly set the stage for the story. Keep the background information brief, and offer copies of Leader Resource 1 to those who wish to take it home. Say, "In this story, Abraham receives a very difficult command from God."