The First True Gentleman: A Study of the Human Nature of Our Lord

This compact work opens with a thoughtful look at the word “gentleman,” tracing its roots from Roman clan affiliations to the lofty moral ideal that Christianity later gave it. The author explains how the term shed its purely aristocratic coat and came to signify a character shaped by humility, generosity, and a pure heart—qualities that the early Church recognized and celebrated.

Drawing on biblical passages, especially the Epistle of James, and on the poetry of Elizabethan writers, the essay shows how Jesus embodied the true sense of gentility. By examining his patience, meekness, and self‑sacrificial love, the writer invites listeners to see a model for living that transcends social rank. The study is both scholarly and devotional, offering a fresh lens on familiar teachings and encouraging a deeper appreciation of the virtues that define a genuine gentleman.