The Method Of Instilling Piety

By John Amos Comenius and Jan Amos Komenský

Book Overview

The Method of Instilling Piety is a book written by John Amos Comenius, a 17th-century philosopher and educator. The book is a guide for parents and teachers on how to instill piety, or religious devotion, in children. Comenius believed that piety was essential for a good and moral life, and he believed that it could be taught through a structured and systematic approach. The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the importance of piety and how it can be cultivated in children. Comenius argues that children are naturally inclined towards piety and that it is the responsibility of parents and teachers to nurture this inclination. He also provides practical advice on how to teach children about God and religion.The second part of the book is a collection of prayers and devotions that Comenius recommends for children. These include prayers for different times of the day, prayers for specific occasions, and meditations on biblical passages. Comenius believed that regular prayer and reflection were essential for developing piety.The third part of the book is a series of dialogues between a teacher and a student. These dialogues illustrate how the principles of piety can be applied in everyday life. They cover topics such as honesty, humility, and gratitude, and provide practical advice on how to live a pious life.Overall, The Method of Instilling Piety is a comprehensive guide for parents and teachers who want to teach children about piety and religion. It provides practical advice, prayers, and dialogues that can be used to cultivate a deep and lasting sense of piety in children.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Great Didactic of Comenius, by John Amos Comenius. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802807.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417903848
• ISBN13: 9781417903849
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"