MARRIAGE

The meaning of marriage and Traditional African understanding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define marriage and explain its purposes. Discuss marriage as focus of existence in African communities. Analyze features of traditional African marriage: procreation, polygamy, covenant relationship.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of marriage as lasting relationship between man and woman; Discussion of marriage purposes: love, procreation, unity, social status; Analysis of marriage as rhythm of life in African communities; Examination of marriage and procreation as intertwined - children as buds of hope, social status, labor source, wealth

The Bible, Marriage definition charts, Traditional practice examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 54-58

MARRIAGE

The meaning of marriage and Traditional African understanding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define marriage and explain its purposes. Discuss marriage as focus of existence in African communities. Analyze features of traditional African marriage: procreation, polygamy, covenant relationship.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of marriage as lasting relationship between man and woman; Discussion of marriage purposes: love, procreation, unity, social status; Analysis of marriage as rhythm of life in African communities; Examination of marriage and procreation as intertwined - children as buds of hope, social status, labor source, wealth

The Bible, Marriage definition charts, Traditional practice examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 54-58

MARRIAGE

The meaning of marriage and Traditional African understanding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define marriage and explain its purposes. Discuss marriage as focus of existence in African communities. Analyze features of traditional African marriage: procreation, polygamy, covenant relationship.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of marriage as lasting relationship between man and woman; Discussion of marriage purposes: love, procreation, unity, social status; Analysis of marriage as rhythm of life in African communities; Examination of marriage and procreation as intertwined - children as buds of hope, social status, labor source, wealth

The Bible, Marriage definition charts, Traditional practice examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 54-58

MARRIAGE

Traditional African understanding (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain polygamy and its justifications in African society. Discuss marriage as covenant relationship. Analyze divorce patterns and bride-wealth significance.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of polygamy reasons: social status, barrenness solution, ensuring all women marry; Discussion of marriage covenant elements: binding, vows, witnesses, ceremonies, obligations; Examination of divorce as rare - temporary separation preferred; Study of bride-wealth significance: compensation, covenant sealing, friendship promotion

The Bible, Polygamy justification materials, Covenant elements charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 55-58

MARRIAGE

Christian teaching on marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of Christian marriage. Explain marriage as divine institution for procreation and companionship. Discuss Christian emphasis on monogamy and permanence.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 2:24, 1:28, 2:18 on divine institution; Analysis of marriage purposes: procreation, companionship, mutual love fulfillment; Discussion of monogamy as God's original plan (Genesis 2:23); Examination of marriage permanence and church attitudes toward divorce; Study of 1 Corinthians 7:4 on mutual submission

The Bible, Genesis passages, Marriage covenant materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 58-62

MARRIAGE

Christian teaching on marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of Christian marriage. Explain marriage as divine institution for procreation and companionship. Discuss Christian emphasis on monogamy and permanence.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 2:24, 1:28, 2:18 on divine institution; Analysis of marriage purposes: procreation, companionship, mutual love fulfillment; Discussion of monogamy as God's original plan (Genesis 2:23); Examination of marriage permanence and church attitudes toward divorce; Study of 1 Corinthians 7:4 on mutual submission

The Bible, Genesis passages, Marriage covenant materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 58-62

MARRIAGE

Christian teaching on marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of Christian marriage. Explain marriage as divine institution for procreation and companionship. Discuss Christian emphasis on monogamy and permanence.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 2:24, 1:28, 2:18 on divine institution; Analysis of marriage purposes: procreation, companionship, mutual love fulfillment; Discussion of monogamy as God's original plan (Genesis 2:23); Examination of marriage permanence and church attitudes toward divorce; Study of 1 Corinthians 7:4 on mutual submission

The Bible, Genesis passages, Marriage covenant materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 58-62

MARRIAGE

Christian teaching (continued) and Secular approaches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss marriage as remedy against sin and complete with/without children. Explain secular approaches to marriage in modern society. Compare traditional, Christian and secular views.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of marriage as remedy against sexual sin; Discussion of Christian adoption for childless couples; Examination of secular changes: cohabitation, individualism, delayed marriage; Comparison of bride-wealth commercialization vs traditional significance; Study of changing gender roles and marriage partner selection

The Bible, 1 Corinthians passage, Modern marriage trend materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 58-63

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Traditional African practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe traditional methods of choosing marriage partners. Explain betrothal and courtship processes in African communities. Analyze wedding ceremony significance and variations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of marriage partner selection: parental arrangement, orkitengel (booking) among Maasai, boy's choice with parental approval; Analysis of betrothal rituals: beer, gifts, pipe smoking symbolism; Examination of courtship period: marriage negotiations, bride-wealth payment; Study of wedding ceremonies: mock attacks, elopement, feasting, virginity celebration

The Bible, Traditional selection methods, Wedding ceremony examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 63-67

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Traditional African practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe traditional methods of choosing marriage partners. Explain betrothal and courtship processes in African communities. Analyze wedding ceremony significance and variations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of marriage partner selection: parental arrangement, orkitengel (booking) among Maasai, boy's choice with parental approval; Analysis of betrothal rituals: beer, gifts, pipe smoking symbolism; Examination of courtship period: marriage negotiations, bride-wealth payment; Study of wedding ceremonies: mock attacks, elopement, feasting, virginity celebration

The Bible, Traditional selection methods, Wedding ceremony examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 63-67

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Traditional African practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe traditional methods of choosing marriage partners. Explain betrothal and courtship processes in African communities. Analyze wedding ceremony significance and variations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of marriage partner selection: parental arrangement, orkitengel (booking) among Maasai, boy's choice with parental approval; Analysis of betrothal rituals: beer, gifts, pipe smoking symbolism; Examination of courtship period: marriage negotiations, bride-wealth payment; Study of wedding ceremonies: mock attacks, elopement, feasting, virginity celebration

The Bible, Traditional selection methods, Wedding ceremony examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 63-67

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Christian practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian guidelines for choosing marriage partners. Explain Christian betrothal and courtship principles. Analyze Christian wedding ceremony significance.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of Christian partner qualities: faith commitment, moral uprightness, common interests, provision ability; Study of 2 Corinthians 6:15 on believer-unbeliever relationships; Discussion of courtship guidelines: chastity, avoiding frequent visits, prayer commitment; Examination of wedding ceremony: vows, rings, certificate signing, God's blessing

The Bible, 2 Corinthians passage, Christian wedding materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 68-72

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Christian practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian guidelines for choosing marriage partners. Explain Christian betrothal and courtship principles. Analyze Christian wedding ceremony significance.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of Christian partner qualities: faith commitment, moral uprightness, common interests, provision ability; Study of 2 Corinthians 6:15 on believer-unbeliever relationships; Discussion of courtship guidelines: chastity, avoiding frequent visits, prayer commitment; Examination of wedding ceremony: vows, rings, certificate signing, God's blessing

The Bible, 2 Corinthians passage, Christian wedding materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 68-72

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Christian practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian guidelines for choosing marriage partners. Explain Christian betrothal and courtship principles. Analyze Christian wedding ceremony significance.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of Christian partner qualities: faith commitment, moral uprightness, common interests, provision ability; Study of 2 Corinthians 6:15 on believer-unbeliever relationships; Discussion of courtship guidelines: chastity, avoiding frequent visits, prayer commitment; Examination of wedding ceremony: vows, rings, certificate signing, God's blessing

The Bible, 2 Corinthians passage, Christian wedding materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 68-72

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Christian practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian guidelines for choosing marriage partners. Explain Christian betrothal and courtship principles. Analyze Christian wedding ceremony significance.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of Christian partner qualities: faith commitment, moral uprightness, common interests, provision ability; Study of 2 Corinthians 6:15 on believer-unbeliever relationships; Discussion of courtship guidelines: chastity, avoiding frequent visits, prayer commitment; Examination of wedding ceremony: vows, rings, certificate signing, God's blessing

The Bible, 2 Corinthians passage, Christian wedding materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 68-72

MARRIAGE

Celibacy as alternative to marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define celibacy and explain its biblical foundation. Discuss advantages of celibacy for church ministry. Analyze various reasons why people choose not to marry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of celibacy from Latin "Coelebes" meaning bachelor; Scripture study Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 7:1,8,32-35; Analysis of Jesus and John the Baptist as celibate examples; Discussion of

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 72-74

MARRIAGE

Celibacy as alternative to marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define celibacy and explain its biblical foundation. Discuss advantages of celibacy for church ministry. Analyze various reasons why people choose not to marry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of celibacy from Latin "Coelebes" meaning bachelor; Scripture study Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 7:1,8,32-35; Analysis of Jesus and John the Baptist as celibate examples; Discussion of

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 72-74

MARRIAGE

Celibacy as alternative to marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define celibacy and explain its biblical foundation. Discuss advantages of celibacy for church ministry. Analyze various reasons why people choose not to marry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of celibacy from Latin "Coelebes" meaning bachelor; Scripture study Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 7:1,8,32-35; Analysis of Jesus and John the Baptist as celibate examples; Discussion of

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 72-74

MARRIAGE

Celibacy as alternative to marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define celibacy and explain its biblical foundation. Discuss advantages of celibacy for church ministry. Analyze various reasons why people choose not to marry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of celibacy from Latin "Coelebes" meaning bachelor; Scripture study Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 7:1,8,32-35; Analysis of Jesus and John the Baptist as celibate examples; Discussion of

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 72-74

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Definition of wealth, money and poverty

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define wealth, money and poverty. Explain ways through which wealth is acquired. Describe properties of good money. Identify causes of poverty.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Q/A on previous knowledge of wealth and poverty; Brainstorming on ways wealth is acquired; Discussion on properties of money; Group work identifying causes of poverty; Practical exercise listing different world currencies.

The Bible, charts showing world currencies

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 141-143

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Definition of wealth, money and poverty

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define wealth, money and poverty. Explain ways through which wealth is acquired. Describe properties of good money. Identify causes of poverty.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Q/A on previous knowledge of wealth and poverty; Brainstorming on ways wealth is acquired; Discussion on properties of money; Group work identifying causes of poverty; Practical exercise listing different world currencies.

The Bible, charts showing world currencies

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 141-143

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss traditional African understanding of wealth. Explain ways wealth was acquired in traditional African communities. Compare individual and communal ownership of wealth.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Q/A reviewing previous lesson; Narrations on traditional wealth measures; Group discussions on livestock as wealth

The Bible, charts on traditional wealth indicators, pictures of livestock

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 143-145

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss traditional African understanding of wealth. Explain ways wealth was acquired in traditional African communities. Compare individual and communal ownership of wealth.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Q/A reviewing previous lesson; Narrations on traditional wealth measures; Group discussions on livestock as wealth

The Bible, charts on traditional wealth indicators, pictures of livestock

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 143-145

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of poverty and attitudes to wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define poverty in traditional African context. Identify causes of poverty in traditional society. Explain traditional African attitudes to wealth and poverty.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading on caring for the poor; Discussions on causes of traditional poverty; Narratives on laziness and raids

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 145-148

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of poverty and attitudes to wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define poverty in traditional African context. Identify causes of poverty in traditional society. Explain traditional African attitudes to wealth and poverty.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading on caring for the poor; Discussions on causes of traditional poverty; Narratives on laziness and raids

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 145-148

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Impact of money economy on traditional African society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss the introduction of money economy in Africa. Analyze positive and negative impacts of money economy. Evaluate changes in social structures due to money economy.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Probing questions on money vs barter trade; Detailed discussions on rural-urban migration; Group analysis of individualism vs communalism

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 148-150

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Impact of money economy on traditional African society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss the introduction of money economy in Africa. Analyze positive and negative impacts of money economy. Evaluate changes in social structures due to money economy.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Probing questions on money vs barter trade; Detailed discussions on rural-urban migration; Group analysis of individualism vs communalism

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 148-150

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian teaching on wealth - Old Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight Old Testament teachings on wealth. Discuss wealth as God's blessing linked to obedience. Analyze biblical examples of righteous wealthy people. Explain social obligations of the wealthy.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading from Genesis, Deuteronomy, and Psalms; Narratives on Abraham, David, and Solomon; Discussions on Naboth's vineyard story

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 151-153

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian teaching on wealth - Old Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight Old Testament teachings on wealth. Discuss wealth as God's blessing linked to obedience. Analyze biblical examples of righteous wealthy people. Explain social obligations of the wealthy.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading from Genesis, Deuteronomy, and Psalms; Narratives on Abraham, David, and Solomon; Discussions on Naboth's vineyard story

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 151-153

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian teaching on wealth and poverty - New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight New Testament teachings on wealth and poverty. Discuss Jesus' revolutionary teachings on wealth. Analyze parables about wealth and poverty. Explain spiritual vs material wealth.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading from Luke and Matthew; Detailed discussion on rich young ruler; Analysis of Lazarus and rich man parable;Q/A on Kingdom values vs material values.

The Bible, pictures illustrating biblical parables.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 153-157

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian teaching on wealth and poverty - New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight New Testament teachings on wealth and poverty. Discuss Jesus' revolutionary teachings on wealth. Analyze parables about wealth and poverty. Explain spiritual vs material wealth.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Bible reading from Luke and Matthew; Detailed discussion on rich young ruler; Analysis of Lazarus and rich man parable;Q/A on Kingdom values vs material values.

The Bible, pictures illustrating biblical parables.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 153-157

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Fair distribution of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian principles of fair wealth distribution. Explain the role of taxation in wealth redistribution. Analyze government and church responsibilities. Evaluate collaborative approaches to poverty eradication.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Probing questions on wealth inequality in Kenya; Bible reading on early church sharing; Group discussions on taxation principles

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 157-159

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Fair distribution of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian principles of fair wealth distribution. Explain the role of taxation in wealth redistribution. Analyze government and church responsibilities. Evaluate collaborative approaches to poverty eradication.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Probing questions on wealth inequality in Kenya; Bible reading on early church sharing; Group discussions on taxation principles

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 157-159

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Bribery and corruption

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define bribery and corruption. Identify factors that lead to corrupt practices. Analyze biblical teachings against corruption. Suggest Christian responses to corruption.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Brain storming on corruption examples; Bible reading from Exodus, Psalms, Isaiah; Group discussions on effects of corruption; Role-play on resisting bribery

The Bible, relevant print media material

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 159-162

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Bribery and corruption

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define bribery and corruption. Identify factors that lead to corrupt practices. Analyze biblical teachings against corruption. Suggest Christian responses to corruption.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Brain storming on corruption examples; Bible reading from Exodus, Psalms, Isaiah; Group discussions on effects of corruption; Role-play on resisting bribery

The Bible, relevant print media material

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 159-162