The Life of Our Lord in Simple Language for Little Children

AnonymousProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 2.9
Word count
95K words
Chapters
10

Tags

English Originals ReligionChildren's Literature Portrait GalleryHumanistic CareGood and RedemptionSpiritual ComfortGrowing UpMoral CultivationPopular NarrativeTraditional AestheticsReligious TalesParent-Child Reading

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Life of Our Lord in Simple Language for Little Children by AnonymousAuthor: Anonymous,Language: English, Class: BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology, Release Date: May 22, 2014

Editor's review

This anonymous volume retells the life of Jesus in simple language for young children. Originally intended for children's religious education, it uses plain wording and short sentences and follows a chronological narrative, making it suitable for reading aloud and parent-child discussion. As a public-domain Project Gutenberg text, it preserves the format and vocabulary of early children's religious literature and is useful for studying the history of children's religious education and comparing approaches to religious instruction across eras. For ordinary families, its value lies in offering a gentle, accessible introduction to Bible stories rather than theological discussion. Readers should note that its language and perspective bear the marks of its time; modern readers may use it selectively in light of their own beliefs or treat it as introductory material for English religious vocabulary.

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Reading tips

  1. Parents can read through the book first, then choose passages to read aloud according to their child's comprehension rather than reading every word.
  2. Use the events in the book to discuss everyday behavior such as kindness and care with children, downplaying any preachy tone.
  3. English learners can compile the book's frequent religious vocabulary and practice pronunciation by reading aloud.
  4. Teachers can compare it with contemporary children's Bible books to discuss changes in language and ideas.

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Contents

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FAQ

What age is this book intended for? The original is aimed at young children, with simple language and short sentences. The English text may still be difficult for young non-native speakers, so parents are advised to read aloud and explain, or it can be read by upper-primary children with basic English.
Is it meaningful for non-Christians to read this book? Yes. It can serve as an introduction to Bible stories and the Western tradition of children's religious education, and it can also be used for English learning; but if you have no interest at all in religious content, you may lack motivation to read it.
Is the language in the book outdated? As an early children's religious book, its vocabulary and sentence patterns bear the marks of its time, and some expressions differ from modern English. It is best read with notes or adult explanation, and you need not understand every word.

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About the author

Anonymous Author

Anonymous is a collective designation used in English-language publishing for works whose authorship is unknown or unsigned, rather than the real name of a single author. The 716 titles attributed to this name include the Gospel of John, Psalms, Romans, Luke, Philippians, and 1 Corinthians from the World English Bible, as well as the Gospel of John and Psalms from the King James Version. Such texts are mainly religious classics and ancient folk traditions that were copied, translated, and compiled over long periods, making their original authors difficult to trace; they therefore circulated anonymously. Public information is limited, and neither nationality nor dates of birth and death can be confirmed. The significance of anonymity lies in focusing attention on the works themselves rather than on authorial identity, and in reminding readers of the collective and variable nature of texts in transmission.