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This lesson aims at preparing the students to imbibe the Zeal and motivation from the biographies of the martyrs who gave their life for faith.

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Conviction

The persecution of Christians on account of their faith started right from the time of King Herod

However, the Apostles and their followers who were filled with the Holy Spirit bravely affirmed their Faith in Jesus and gave up their life.

The Jews were vexed as many people left Judaism and embraced Christianity. Even the rulers were embittered when the Christians refused to recognise the king as God. This led to the persecution of Christians.

All the Roman Kings from Nero to Diocletian were known for their most cruel torture of the Christians. As such the Church got so many martyrs during this period (AD 37 to 313) In the Eastern Church also this era bore witness to several martyrs.

It was with the Milan Declaration of AD 313 that the church got freedom in the Roman Empire.

St. Thomas Moore (1478-1535), St. Maximilian colbe (1894-1941) etc. were martyrs of more recent times. St. John de Britto (1647-1693), Devasahayam Pillai (1712-1752) etc. are Christian martyrs from India.

Religious persecutions strengthened the Church, rather than weaken it.
Attitudes

Pride in being a Christian

Admiration and love for those who embraced martyrdom in the church.
Habit

Will face all obstacles to protect faith.

Will go through the biography of Martyrs.
Teaching aids

Pictures showing the torture that early Christians faced, Biography of martyrs, C.D. on them, The Bible, The Documents of the Second Vatican Council.
Presentation of the lesson

Begin the class either by showing a C.D. or by reading from their biography. Discuss about the persecution that the church faced right from the time of the Apostles. Present a skit or a story narration on the martyrs who welcomed death for enjoying eternal bliss rather than the earthly benefits of disowning their faith

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Read the biography of a martyr and prepare a note of congratulation.

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The Missionary Spirit of the Early Church

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Heroic Witnesses of Faith

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DEFENDERS OF TRUE FAITH

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Persons Who Lived According to the Word of God

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Means for Missionary Activities

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Church and Charitable Works

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Mission Through Family Life

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Be Saints, Be Missionaries

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