The Day of Simon | Feast Day Learning Packet

Teach your children the history, leadership, and legacy of Simon with this thoughtfully designed feast day study packet for ages 10+.

What's inside:

• Background and family context of the Maccabees
• Simon's leadership speech and what made it powerful
• Tryphon's deception and how Simon responded with wisdom
• The taking of Gaza and the cleansing of the tower
• The significance of the 23rd day of the second month
• What this day is — and what it is not (including Proverbs 30:5-6)
• Five character lessons drawn from Simon's life
• A personal reflection section on how to observe the day

Designed for: Families and home educators who observe the feast days and want their child(ren) to engage deeply with the history of our forefathers — not just hear it, but study it, think about it, and carry it with them.

Format: Printable PDF — print at home, staple, and go.