Celtic Treasure: Daily Scriptures and Prayer

By J. Philip Newell and John Philip Newell

Book Overview

A prayer book that draws from riches of Scripture and Celtic Christianity

Celtic Treasure is a daily prayer book for readers of all ages. In language that is striking in its simplicity and beauty, J. Philip Newell provides a retelling of a Scripture passage along with prayers inspired by the Celtic tradition for each day of the week. Over the course of seven weeks, these daily readings cover the whole arc of Scripture, from the stories of creation and Israel through the life of Jesus and the New Testament letters. Celtic Treasure will enable families to draw regularly from the great riches of Scripture and Celtic Christianity; it can also serve as a refreshing resource for individual or small-group prayer.

Exquisitely illustrated with images from the medieval Book of Kells as well as children's vibrant interpretations of Celtic art, Newell's Celtic Treasure will transport readers from the noise and busyness of everyday life into the mystery and wonder of the God who has created us and loves us.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802886450
• ISBN13: 9780802886453
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 256 Pages

Customer Reviews

Good group guide toward reflection

The beautiful and whimisical illustrations by masters and child are a delight! The interpretation of the different bible passages are interesting to discuss and often offer an new way of looking at a message. The prayers are reflective and can be both calming and powerful... It is wonderful to add a journaling activity to reflect on the ideas presented.

beautiful devotional book

I ordered this book after reading Listening for the Heartbeat of God, another volume by J. Philip Newell. I wasn't sure what to expect of Celtic Treasure, but it exceeds any expectations I could have had. It's a beautiful book, printed on heavy-weight paper, gorgeously illustrated, and hard bound. It is obviously meant to withstand years of daily use. I couldn't recommend this book more highly. Please gift yourself or a lucky other with this one.

Perfect book for personal prayer

This is a beautifully written yet simple book of prayer richly rooted in the Celtic tradition. The language is both poetic and very ordinary - it soars and it yet says what one's praying heart may long to say in very ordinary language. It is a keeper!

Prayers that help spiritual growth.

Philip Newell's scriptures and prayers in Celtic Treasure, awaken us to new ways of thinking and experiencing our relationship with God. Through the use of images of light, creation, harmony, peace, being made in the image of God, spirit, etc. we are drawn closer to the true relationship that God intended us to have with Him. The translation of scripture is easy to read and could be used in settings with both children and adults. The format of prayer and scripture can be used to open or end a bible study or other small group setting, or can be used for individual meditation.

Truly a Gem.

"Celtic Treasure" is a gem of a source for people who need a way to focus their attention on prayer, quiet, and seeking God. The illustrations are lovely, the wording is simple yet complex, and the prayers lead the reader into a sense of grace and wonder. From the lighting of the candle to illustrate the love of God as the light of the world to the blessing uttered before extinguishing the flame, the reader can be led into a peace-filled place to see the Creator at work. The scripture story is easy to read, but a deeper knowledge of the Bible tells the reader that the point of the story has been gathered into a comprehensible nutshell.