
"Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects)
The New Testament, with a Sketch of the Subsequent History of the JewsBy Mary Lady RossLength19h 51m
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In "Granny's Chapters," Mary Lady Ross masterfully intertwines personal anecdote with scriptural exposition, offering readers a unique narrative that brings biblical themes to life through the lens of intimate familial relationships. Drawing from her own experiences, Ross employs a warm and conversational literary style that invites readers to explore complex theological concepts with simplicity and grace. The book moves through various scriptural subjects, reflecting a deep reverence for biblical texts while also encouraging thoughtful interpretations applicable to modern life. Its contextual roots in both Victorian literature and religious discourse provide a rich background for understanding the interplay of faith and personal storytelling. Mary Lady Ross, a notable figure in the Victorian era, was deeply influenced by the socio-religious currents of her time. Raised in a devout environment, her experiences as a grandmother and her rich appreciation for biblical teachings converged to inspire this profound work. Ross's ability to weave personal narrative into her theological reflections highlights her commitment to making scripture relatable and accessible, bridging generational gaps through shared wisdom. "Granny's Chapters" is not merely a religious text; it is an invitation to reflect on one's own life experiences in light of scripture. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual understanding while enjoying an engaging narrative. Whether you are a scholar, a devout reader, or simply a curious soul, Ross's work promises to illuminate your journey through faith.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length19 hrs 51 mins
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Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
52Chapter VI.—CONVERSION OF SAUL.
2Chapter V.—BAPTISM OF JESUS.
53Chapter VII.—SAUL JOINS THE CHURCH AT JERUSALEM.
3Chapter VI.—JESUS TEMPTED OF THE DEVIL
54Chapter VIII.—PETER AND CORNELIUS.
4Chapter VII.—THE FIRST MIRACLE.
55Chapter IX.—PETER DELIVERED FROM PRISON.
5Chapter VIII.—NICODEMUS COMES BY NIGHT TO JESUS.
56Chapter X.—SAUL AND BARNABAS CALLED TO PREACH TO THE GENTILES.
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6Chapter IX.—JOHN PUT INTO PRISON.
57Chapter XI.—SAUL'S NAME CHANGED TO PAUL.
7Chapter X.—CALLING OF SIMON AND OTHERS.
58Chapter XII.—ST. PAUL'S FIRST APOSTOLIC JOURNEY.
8Chapter XI.—THE LEPER HEALED.
59Chapter XIII.—DECISION OF THE CHURCH AS TO OBSERVING THE MOSAICAL LAW.
9Chapter XII.—CALLING OF MATTHEW.
60Chapter XIV.—PAUL AND SILAS AT PHILIPPI.
10Chapter XIII.—THE PHARISEES' PRETENDED ZEAL FOR THE SABBATH.
61Chapter XV.—ST. PAUL LEAVES PHILIPPI.
11Chapter XIV.—THE APOSTLES CHOSEN.
62Chapter XVI.—ST. PAUL BEFORE THE AREOPAGUS.
12Chapter XV.—JESUS IN SIMON'S HOUSE.
63Chapter XVII.—ST. PAUL FINISHES HIS SECOND APOSTOLIC JOURNEY.
13Chapter XVI.—STILLING THE TEMPEST, ETC.
64Chapter XVIII.—ST. PAUL AND THE SONS OF SCEVA.
14Chapter XVII.—DEATH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST.
65Chapter XIX.—ST. PAUL AT EPHESUS.
15Chapter XVIII.—THE WOMAN OF TYRE.
66Chapter XX.—ST. PAUL'S JOURNEY TO MILETUS.
16Chapter XIX.—THE TRANSFIGURATION.
67Chapter XXI.—ST. PAUL GOES UP TO JERUSALEM.
17Chapter XX.—JESUS GOES TO THE FEAST OF TABERNACLES.
68Chapter XXII.—TUMULT AT JERUSALEM.
18Chapter XXI.—RETURN OF THE SEVENTY.
69Chapter XXIII.—ST. PAUL BROUGHT BEFORE THE SANHEDRIM.
19Chapter XXII.—THE LORD'S PRAYER.
70Chapter XXIV.—ST. PAUL SENT TO CÆSAREA.
20Chapter XXIII.—HEALING OF THE MAN BORN BLIND.
71Chapter XXV.—ST. PAUL ACCUSED BEFORE FELIX.
21Chapter XXIV.—JESUS'S LAST JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM.
72Chapter XXVI.—ST. PAUL BEFORE FESTUS.
22Chapter XXV.—ZACCHÆUS AND LAZARUS.
73Chapter XXVII.—ST. PAUL BEFORE AGRIPPA.
23Chapter XXVI.—JESUS IN THE HOUSE OF SIMON THE LEPER
74Chapter XXVIII.—ST. PAUL BEGINS HIS FOURTH VOYAGE.
24Chapter XXVII.—CHRIST'S ENTRY INTO JERUSALEM.
75Chapter XXIX.—THE SHIP RUNS AGROUND.
25Chapter XXVIII.—THE VOICE FROM HEAVEN.
76Chapter XXX.—THE SHIP'S COMPANY SAVED.
26Chapter XXIX.—DISCOURSES ON THE TUESDAY.
77Chapter XXXI.—ST. PAUL A PRISONER AT ROME.
27Chapter XXX.—WEDNESDAY—JUDAS COVENANTS TO BETRAY JESUS.
78Chapter XXXII.—ST. PAUL SET AT LIBERTY.
28Chapter XXXI.—MODE OF CELEBRATING THE PASSOVER.
79Chapter XXXIII.—MARTYRDOM OF ST. PAUL AND ST. PETER.
29Chapter XXXII.—THE LAST SUPPER.
80Chapter XXXIV.—VESPASIAN SENT INTO JUDÆA.
30Chapter XXXIII.—JESUS IN THE GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE.
81Chapter XXXV.—DESTRUCTION OF JERUSALEM.
31Chapter XXXIV.—JESUS BETRAYED.
82Chapter XXXVI.—ST. JOHN'S WRITINGS.
32Chapter XXXV.—JESUS TAKEN BEFORE ANNAS AND CAIAPHAS.
83Chapter XXXVII.—THE DEATH OF ST. JOHN.
33Chapter XXXVI.—JESUS CONDEMNED BY CAIAPHAS.
84Chapter XXXVIII.—THE APOSTLES.
34Chapter XXXVII.—PETER'S THIRD DENIAL.
85PART III.
35Chapter XXXVIII.—JESUS SENT BY PILATE TO HEROD.
86Chapter I.—THE JEWS TO THE TIME OF THE EMPEROR ADRIAN.
36Chapter XXXIX.—JESUS CONDEMNED.
87Chapter II.—STATE OF THE JEWS TO THE END OF THE THIRD CENTURY.
37Chapter XL.—JESUS CONDEMNED BY PILATE.
88Chapter III.—JEWS IN THE FOURTH CENTURY.
38Chapter XLI.—JESUS CRUCIFIED.
89Chapter IV.—FIFTH AND SIXTH CENTURIES.
39Chapter XLII.—CHRIST ON THE CROSS.
90Chapter V.—RISE OF MAHOMETANISM.
40Chapter XLIII.—JESUS DIES.
91Chapter VI.—TENTH AND ELEVENTH CENTURIES.
41Chapter XLIV.—JESUS RISES FROM THE SEPULCHRE.
92Chapter VII.—TWELFTH CENTURY.
42Chapter XLV.—CHRIST APPEARS TO MARY MAGDALENE.
93Chapter VIII.—IMPOSTORS IN THE TWELFTH CENTURY.
43Chapter XLVI.—JESUS APPEARS TO THE DISCIPLES.
94Chapter IX.—THIRTEENTH CENTURY IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE.
44Chapter XLVII.—UNBELIEF OF THOMAS.
95Chapter X.—THIRTEENTH CENTURY CONCLUDED.
45Chapter XLVIII.—JESUS TAKEN INTO HEAVEN.
96Chapter XI.—END OF THE FOURTEENTH CENTURY.
46PART II.
97Chapter XII.—THE JEWS AND THE INQUISITION.
47Chapter I.—THE GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST.
98Chapter XIII.—TREATMENT OF THE JEWS BY FERDINAND.
48Chapter II.—THE LAME MAN HEALED BY PETER AND JOHN.
99Chapter XIV.—SEPARATION IN THE CHURCH.
49Chapter III.—ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA.
100Chapter XV.—SEVENTEENTH AND EIGHTEENTH CENTURIES.
50Chapter IV.—APPOINTMENT OF DEACONS.
101Chapter XVI.—CONCLUSION.
51Chapter V.—THE FIRST MARTYR, STEPHEN.