Objective: What was the bejeweled Breastplate of Judgement worn by the High Priests of Israel? 

On this adventure, students will learn about the Breastplate of Judgement and its role in ancient Israel. How did the ancients priests use it to communicate with God? Why did God order the creation of such a tool, and why isn't it used today?

Learn about this mystery and more in this exciting course! 

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Course curriculum

  • 01

    Explore the Bible - 'The Breastplate of Judgement'

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Explore the Bible - 'The Breastplate of Judgement' - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Explore the Bible - 'The Breastplate of Judgement' - VIDEO

    • Explore the Bible - 'The Breastplate of Judgement' - QUIZ

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Professor Marshall Connolly has spent his life in service to God and the Church as an educator and writer. He is a graduate of the California State University system and has earned bachelor's degrees in English and History, as well as a teaching credential. He has completed additional studies at Whitman College, and the University of San Diego. His interests include science and apologetics and he writes on both subjects for Catholic Online (catholic.org), the World's Catholic Library.

He serves as the first Director of Education for Catholic Online School.

Professor Marshall Connolly

Director of Education