
audiobook
by N. P. (Niels Peter) Gravengaard
A CHRISTMAS GIFT
INTRODUCTION
RELIGIOUS THOUGHTS FOR EVERYBODY
A CHRISTMAS GIFT
CHRISTMAS THOUGHTS
THOUGHTS FOR THE NEW YEAR
THE WORTH OF YOUR SOUL
THAT WHICH IS HIDDEN SHALL BE REVEALED
NOT IN WORD, NEITHER IN TONGUE
SEEST THOU THIS WOMAN?
This modest volume presents a series of warm Christmas meditations that combine personal recollection with timeless Christian teachings. Written originally in Danish and now rendered into clear English, the author invites listeners into the intimate scenes of a family gathered around a holiday table, recalling the voices of father, grandmother, and mother. The tone is gentle, nostalgic, and inviting.
Through simple yet vivid storytelling, the book explores the deeper meaning of the season—room for Jesus, the humble shepherds, and the promise of peace that transcends material scarcity. Each reflection is crafted to speak directly to young hearts, encouraging them to find spiritual significance in everyday moments and family traditions.
Ideal for listeners seeking a comforting, faith‑filled holiday experience, the work balances devotional insight with relatable imagery. Its accessible language makes it suitable for both personal contemplation and shared family listening, offering a timeless Christmas gift for the home and the youth.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (171K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
May 28, 2014
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1865
A Danish-born Lutheran pastor and religious writer, he is best remembered for warm, devotional books aimed at home life and the Christmas season. His work reflects the faith and immigrant church culture of Danish Americans in the early twentieth century.
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