Memories of Bethany

audiobook

Memories of Bethany

by John R. (John Ross) Macduff

EN·~5 hours·28 chapters

Chapters

28 total
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Transcriber’s Notes:

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MEMORIES OF BETHANY. - BY THE - REV. JOHN R. MACDUFF, D.D. - AUTHOR OF “MORNING AND NIGHT WATCHES,” “WORDS OF JESUS,” “MIND OF JESUS,” “FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL,” “FAMILY PRAYERS,” “MEMORIES OF GENNESARET,” “STORY OF BETHLEHEM,” ETC. - NEW YORK: - ROBERT CARTER & BROTHERS, - No. 530 BROADWAY. - 1861.

0:18
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To Mourners in Zion, with whom Bethany has ever been a name consecrated to sorrow, these Memories are inscribed.

0:07
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PASSAGES REFERRING TO BETHANY IN THE SACRED NARRATIVE.

9:54
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MEMORIES OF BETHANY

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I.

10:44
7

II.

14:40
8

III.

9:58
9

IV.

8:46
10

V.

11:37

Description

A thoughtful compilation of biblical reflections, this work invites listeners to pause over the familiar stories that unfold in the village of Bethany. Drawing directly from the Gospel accounts of Martha, Mary, and their brother Lazarus, the author weaves together scriptural excerpts with careful commentary that highlights the emotional depth of each encounter. The text balances reverent devotion with clear explanations, making the ancient scenes feel both accessible and resonant for modern ears.

Beyond the narrative, the book offers gentle insights into the themes of service, grief, and faith that emerge from these passages. Readers will hear how the author connects the sisters’ differing responses to Jesus with larger spiritual lessons, while also noting the poignant moments that reveal his humanity. Designed for quiet contemplation, the collection serves as a steady companion for anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of Bethany’s place in the sacred story.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (295K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Heiko Evermann, Nigel Blower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Release date

2008-10-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

John R. (John Ross) Macduff

John R. (John Ross) Macduff

1818–1895

A Scottish minister and devotional writer, he became widely loved for warm, accessible books that encouraged Christian faith and comforted readers in grief and hardship. His writing often drew on nature, Scripture, and everyday experience to speak with unusual tenderness.

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