The King Child and the Shepherd Child Legends from the Childhood of Jesus

<p>In the New Testament, the Gospel of Matthew describes the birth of a child at Christmas who is descended from kings, while the Gospel of Luke details the birth of a child descended from shepherds. <br/><br/>Master storyteller Jakob Streit pulls from a treasure of legends surrounding these two Jesus children to tell their story in a rich and compelling way, showing how closely the two boys were connected. A fascinating read for young people, this story delves into a primal mystery of Christianity.<br/> <br/>Legends from the hidden youth of Jesus of Nazareth are retold in modern language, giving young people a glimpse into the mystery and wonder of these significant births.</p>