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Margaret Bird Steinmetz

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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Leaves of life, for daily inspiration

Leaves of life, for daily inspiration

by Margaret Bird Steinmetz

About the author

Margaret Bird Steinmetz (1865–1960) is known for Leaves of Life, for Daily Inspiration, published in 1914. The book is arranged across the months of the year, offering several events or observations for each day alongside quotations from writers, religious texts, and public figures.

Steinmetz’s work emphasizes faith, kindness, sympathy, self-discipline, service, and the value of ordinary human experience. Each entry closes with Scripture and a short prayer, giving the collection the character of a daily devotional as well as an anthology of inspirational thought.

Few biographical details about Steinmetz are readily documented, but her writing continues to appeal to readers interested in classic Christian reflection and practical spiritual encouragement.