The Ten Commandments: I Obey God

By Lawrence G. Lovasik

Book Overview

The Ten Commandments 978-0-89942-287-9

The Ten Commandments is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school.

The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of this book are:

Brief and easy-to-read Vibrant, full-color illustrationsHigh-quality paperDurable, sewn paperback bindingConveniently sized at 5 1/2" X 7 ⅜" to accommodate little handsPresentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift Explanation of the Ten Commandments and how to live them for childrenNihil ObstatImprimatur

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Father Lawrence G. Lovasik S.V.D., provides children with an explanation of the importance of the Ten Commandments. The Ten Commandments are special rules that God gave us to help us live good, happy lives and treat others well. These commandments are important because they show us how to love and respect God and each other.

The first three Commandments teach us how to honor God. They tell us to believe in only one God, to use His name with respect, and to keep one day each week holy, usually by going to church, praying, and spending time with family. These remind us to put God first and to show Him love and respect.

The other seven Commandments guide us in how to treat other people. They tell us to respect and obey our parents, to be kind and not harm others, to be honest, to keep promises, to not steal, to speak the truth, and to be happy with what we have instead of being jealous of others.

Following the Ten Commandments helps us make good choices, build strong friendships, and create a peaceful community. They are like a map for living a life full of love and kindness. Even though these commandments were given a long time ago, they are still important today because they teach us how to be good people who help make the world a better place.

Special Features Include: The Ten CommandmentsYou shall have no other gods before Me.You shall not make idols or worship any images or statues.You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.Honor your father and your mother.You shall not kill.You shall not commit adultery.You shall not steal.You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor (do not lie about others).You shall not covet (do not be jealous of what others have)The Commandments of the ChurchThe Great Commandment of LoveDoing the Will of GodA Prayer to Jesus

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 089942287X
• ISBN13: 9780899422879
• Release Date: December 1977
• Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.4" x 7.1"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3