KEY TERMS: LANGUAGE OF SYMBOLS

This key terms explanation sheet is designed to support Leaving Cert Religious Education, Section A 2.1: The Language of Symbol.

It provides short, student-friendly explanations of the main terms needed for this topic, including Symbol, Symbolic Language, Search for Meaning, Symbolic Animal, Sacred, Religious Symbol, Myth, Ritual, Rite of Passage, Threshold Moment and Paschal Candle. The resource is designed to help students understand the basic language of the chapter before applying it to questions on why symbol emerged and the power of symbolic language.

It is suitable for students revising Section A 2.1 and teachers looking for a quick vocabulary support sheet for classroom learning or independent study.