She made a creche outside the Inn. The natives thought it…
““She made a creche outside the Inn. The natives thought it was wonderful, and Sister Honey was gratified by their numbers. Why have the devils with wings come to mock at the poor baby?' asked the children, pointing to the angels. The baby is the Number One Lord Jesus Christ,' Ayah told them. But he hasn't any clothes on! Aren't they going to give Him anything? Not a little red robe? Not a bit of melted butter?' This is His Mother,' said Ayah, showing them the little porcelain Virgin in blue and white and pink. 'He is her child.' That isn't true,' said the women, measuring the baby with their eyes. 'He's too big to be possible. Probably He's a dragon, an evil spirit in the shape of a child, and presently He'll eat up the woman.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Children misinterpret divine figures, mixing innocence with fear, questioning material needs of the divine.
In simple terms: Kids mix wonder and fear about holy figures.
Key Takeaway
Teach compassion without fear.
Themes
faith
innocence
misinterpretation
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
narrative
educational
When to use this quote
- religious education
- parental guidance
- cultural myths
Key Concepts
theology
childhood perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we explain sacred concepts to children?
- What role does material comfort play in spiritual narratives?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be distorted by misunderstanding.