| Author |
Sherman, Henry A., 1870- |
| Author |
Kent, Charles Foster, 1867-1925 |
| Title |
The Children's Bible
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Children's Bible" by Henry A. Sherman and Charles Foster Kent is a religious text that offers selections from both the Old and New Testaments, rendered in a simplified English format. Likely written in the early 20th century, this work aims to present biblical stories in a way that is accessible to younger readers and those seeking a straightforward understanding of these texts. The book covers key narratives and teachings from the Bible, making it suitable for educational and familial contexts. The opening of the book sets the tone with foundational biblical stories that include the creation of the world, God's gifts to humanity, and pivotal events involving significant figures such as Adam, Eve, Cain, Abel, Noah, and Abraham. Each narrative is told with clarity, emphasizing moral and religious lessons relevant to children. For instance, the consequences of disobedience are illustrated through the story of Adam and Eve, while the importance of faith and covenant is depicted in Abraham's encounters. This foundational approach serves to introduce young readers to the rich heritage of biblical stories, encouraging them to explore these themes further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible stories, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23580 |
| Release Date |
Nov 21, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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