LO: Universalism

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In this topic, candidates should show understanding of the significance for Christians of Jesus' attitude to those on the fringes of Jewish society in relation to issues of forgiveness and acceptance. They should also show understanding of the significance for Christians of Jesus' attitudes to non-Jews and to women in relation to issues of justice, equality, prejudice and discrimination.

Tax-collectors and sinners: the significance, of Jesus' attitude to those who were marginalised or despised, for Christians today in relation to issues of forgiveness and acceptance.

Samaritans and Gentiles : the significance of Jesus' attitude to non-Jews for Christians today in relation to issues of justice, equality, prejudice and discrimination.

Women : the significance of Jesus' attitude to women for Christians today in relation to issues of justice, equality, prejudice and discrimination.

the centurion's servant: 7 1–10

the widow of Nain: 7 11–17

the Parable of the Good Samaritan: 10 25–37

the Parable of the Lost Son (Forgiving Father): 15 1–2, 11–32

Zacchaeus: 19 1–10