The book of the twelve apostles

the long version

The Kingdom of God shall be likened to a grain of mustard seed that grew and became a large tree. (St. Luke 13, 18-19). It had its beginning almost two thousand years ago when Jesus of Nazareth called His Twelve Apostles and sent them forth to plant the seed of His faith and teachings. This colorful and comprehensive book presents the world of the Apostles, their daily activities during the lifetime of Jesus, their sufferings, courage, and final triumph after His Crucifixion and Resurrection. Using the Gospel of Luke as his primary source, the author offers to children a clear conception of these stirring times, and inspires hes readers with a personal love for the Kingdom of God. A companion book to "The Saints and Your Name". (dust jacket) from German "Das Buch von den Zwölf Aposteln"