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The spirit of Christmas
EAN : 9791041818112
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041818112
Paru le : 26 juin 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041818112
- Réf. éditeur : 288332
- Date Parution : 26 juin 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 24
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:2 mm
- Poids : 47gr
- Résumé : "The Spirit of Christmas" by Henry Van Dyke is a collection that delves into the profound meaning of Christmas through a series of narratives, essays, and prayers. The book opens with "A Dream-Story," where Van Dyke imagines a celestial conversation among angels discussing the world's woes and the transformative power of love, culminating in the announcement of Christ's birth. This narrative sets the stage for the subsequent sections, which explore the themes of giving and living in the spirit of Christmas. In "Christmas-Giving and Christmas-Living," Van Dyke emphasizes that true Christmas giving is not about the material value of gifts but the love and thoughtfulness behind them. He advocates for a spirit of generosity and kindness that extends beyond the holiday season, suggesting that the essence of Christmas should be a year-round practice. The "Short Christmas Sermon" further reinforces this idea by encouraging readers to focus on selflessness, empathy, and the joy of giving. The book concludes with two prayers, "A Christmas Prayer for the Home" and "A Christmas Prayer for Lonely Folks," which offer spiritual reflections and seek divine guidance to embody the true spirit of Christmas. Through these diverse literary forms, Van Dyke invites readers to reflect on the deeper significance of Christmas, urging them to embrace love, compassion, and community as central tenets of the holiday.
