
WHAT JESUS TAUGHT
FOREWORD
The Illustrations
What Jesus Taught - I
II
III
IV
V
VI
VII
This compact work invites listeners to hear Jesus’ own teachings presented in clear, everyday language. Aimed at high‑school‑age ears, it sets aside scholarly debate and focuses on the simple messages the Master shared while walking the hills of Galilee and speaking to crowds. The narration follows the familiar scenes of his life, but the emphasis stays on what He said—about love, humility, and the kingdom of God—making the ancient words feel fresh and approachable.
Through vivid illustrations that accompany each lesson, the book brings to life well‑known parables, miracles, and encounters such as the Good Samaritan, the healing of the blind, and the Sermon on the Mount. Listeners are gently guided to see how those teachings still speak to modern concerns, encouraging compassion, forgiveness, and a deeper sense of purpose. The tone is warm and sincere, offering a heartfelt invitation to explore the core of Jesus’ message.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (386K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by the Mormon Texts Project (http://mormontextsproject.org/)
Release date
Mar 6, 2017
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1877–1920
An early 20th-century educator and Latter-day Saint writer, he is best remembered for clear, practical religious books shaped by both scholarship and faith. His life was brief, but his work linked teaching, missionary service, and devotional writing in a way that still feels direct and accessible.
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