Adams, John 1859-1941 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kingless Folk, and Other Addresses on Bible Animals" by John Adams is a collection of religious discourses likely written in the late 19th century. The work explores various animals mentioned in the Bible, using them as metaphors to convey moral and spiritual lessons. By examining the behaviors and characteristics of these animals, Adams imparts wisdom about virtues such as hard work, self-reliance, and the importance of preparation. At the start of this publication, Adams introduces his readers to the ant, illustrating the wisdom of hard work and self-reliance as embodied by this industrious creature. He reflects on biblical verses that emphasize the ant's diligence and foresight, drawing parallels between the ant's practices and valuable life lessons for young people. The opening portion sets the tone for the addresses that follow, highlighting how biblical animals serve not only as subjects of interest but also as educational tools for moral instruction and personal development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Kingless folk: the ant -- Hooks of steel: the bear -- The sacred bird: the dove -- Little, but wise: the coney -- Crowned with honour: the ass's colt -- The redbreast -- A born mathematician: the bee -- The bird of freedom: the swallow -- A house of gossamer: the spider -- Little follies: the fly -- Pearls, not peas: the pearl-oyster -- Some other shells -- Calves of the stall: the calf -- Fur or feather? the bat -- Onward and upward: the eagle -- The victor vanquished: the lion -- The bird of the dawn: the cock-crowing -- Peace. Release date is 2015-03-02 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Animals in the Bible Nature in the Bible BS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48399 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48399 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134119.0 48399