Bible for children, The

Bible for children, The

By Ruth B. Bottigheimer

Book Description

For over five hundred years, countless parents, educators, and religious leaders across Europe and America have crafted biblical stories specifically designed for young minds. Yet despite drawing from the same sacred source, these children's Bibles reveal fascinating differences in their storytelling approaches, theological interpretations, and visual presentations.

Ruth B. Bottigheimer opens an entirely new window into this overlooked literary tradition, examining how and why these adaptations have evolved so differently across cultures and centuries. This pioneering scholarly work establishes children's Bibles as a unique genre worthy of serious academic attention, exploring their distinct literary qualities and profound cultural impact.

Through careful analysis of hundreds of examples, Bottigheimer reveals how each generation has shaped biblical narratives to reflect their particular values, concerns, and understanding of childhood itself. The variations in story selection, moral emphasis, and artistic representation tell a compelling story about changing attitudes toward faith, education, and young people's spiritual development.

This comprehensive study offers valuable insights for anyone interested in religious education, children's literature, or the intersection of faith and culture. Whether you are a parent, educator, scholar, or simply curious about how sacred stories have been transmitted across generations, this examination provides a fresh perspective on the enduring challenge of sharing timeless wisdom with developing minds.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)

📄 Length: 338 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore History and criticism
  • ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
  • ✓ Explore 11.77 religious education
  • ✓ Explore Bible, history
  • ✓ Explore Illustrations
  • ✓ Explore Opvoeding
  • ✓ Explore Children's literature
  • ✓ Explore Children

Topics Covered

History and criticism Bible stories 11.77 religious education Bible, history Illustrations Opvoeding Children's literature Children Children's Bibles Religious education of children Kinderbijbels Books and reading Children's literature, history and criticism Children, books and reading History Kinderbibel

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