
LEAVES OF LIFE - FOR DAILY INSPIRATION - BY - MARGARET BIRD STEINMETZ
JANUARY
JANUARY FIRST
JANUARY SECOND
JANUARY THIRD
JANUARY FOURTH
JANUARY FIFTH
JANUARY SIXTH
JANUARY SEVENTH
JANUARY EIGHTH
Each month opens with a poem or quotation that sets the mood for the days ahead, followed by brief daily passages drawn from poets, philosophers, and classic literature. The selections are linked to the calendar, offering a seasonal rhythm that mirrors the changing world outside. Listeners can hear familiar lines from Longfellow, Dickinson, and ancient scriptures alongside the thoughts of reformers and thinkers, all woven into a soothing narrative flow.
The tone stays modest and reflective, inviting a pause to consider what matters most in the moment. Whether you are beginning the day or winding down, the weekly cadence provides a small but steady boost of encouragement. This collection works as a companion for anyone seeking a quiet space to gather inspiration throughout the year.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (382K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Stephen Schulze and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Team
Release date
Jan 31, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1865–1960
A quiet voice of early twentieth-century devotional writing, Margaret Bird Steinmetz invited readers to find meaning in everyday life. Her best-known book, Leaves of Life, pairs quotations, Scripture, historical notes, and brief prayers in a yearlong guide to reflection and spiritual growth.
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