The King of the Golden City, An Allegory for Children [Paperback]

Janet P. McKenzie (Author), Mother Mary Loyola (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1934185035 | ISBN-13: 978-1934185032 | Publication Date: May 8, 2007

This treasure of a book, originally published in 1921, was written in response to a student's request for instructions along with "little stories" to help her prepare for First Holy Communion. In responding to this request, Mother Loyola of the Bar Convent in York, England, succeeded in writing a simple story that illustrates Jesus' desire to share an intimate relationship with each one of His children. In this allegorical tale, we enter into the life of the young girl Flos (or Dilecta as Jesus calls her). We follow her encounters with Jesus as well as her advances and setbacks in the Christian life. This charming story, written for young children over eighty-five years ago, remains a timeless masterpiece of Catholic literature suitable for all ages. This new edition contains some updated language, but quite deliberately, no pictures. Readers, as they progress through this story, will form a mental image of their King, one as unique and personal as their own relationship with Him. The study sections, as prepared by Janet McKenzie OCDS, assist with the allegory, connect to the Bible as well as to the catechism, and explore the art of prayer in the spirit of the three Carmelite Doctors of the Catholic Church.

Product Details

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: Biblio Resource Publications, Inc. (May 8, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934185035
• ISBN-13: 978-1934185032
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #145,694 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful for children and adults, June 4, 2011

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Wonderful allegory that explains clearly the teachings of the Catholic Church. My 7 yo asked if we could read it again before we finished it and I have been taking it to Holy Hour with me to study it more deeply.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HIGHLY RECOMMEND, May 21, 2011

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This book is so beautiful in gently explaining our relationship with Jesus. It hits at so many different levels that it is a great read aloud for the whole family. It is especially important for the child beginning to make her first sacraments. I highly recommend the CD AND the study guide. I didn't think I needed the study guide and when I'd gotten it I couldn't believe all the symbolism I'd missed. THis is a beautiful classic that every parent and child should share.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book made a lasting impression on my, October 21, 2011

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I was born into a very Roman Catholic family and like most little girls in the 1950s, I had all kinds of religious books, my Missal, rosaries, and attended multiple instruction classes on Thursdays and Saturdays, throughout my childhood. Years later, I struck out on my own like many people did in the 1970s, looking for answers outside of the Catholic Church.

Still, throughout my life, I kept a close relationship with my Catholic roots and in particular treasured this book, which had been my mother's when she was little. I have the original copy with a delicate line drawing of Jesus and Dilecta, the little girl in the story with whom I had so closely identified, on the cover. The image of that cover stayed with me throughout my life when I had inadvertently misplaced my copy among the many boxes of books one accumulates over one's lifetime.

I recently rediscovered my copy and am now ready to send out new copies to any child that I think would appreciate its gentle story of goodness and kindness that are not confined to Christianity but certainly reflect the true message and teachings of Christ.

If someone is looking for a simple, clear and yet profound way to reach the heart of a child about the role of God, Jesus and moral strength through the Roman Catholic religion, this is the book to get them. Many adults would do well to read it too, and reaquaint themselves with Jesus's example and message to us, so many years later. It resonates with crystal precision through Mother Mary Loyola's own life story and the dear little book she left us as only one of her lasting legacies.