This book is for those who put high priority on education for the eternal. Education of this world will only last a lifetime. It must be our primary duty to influence others to the plan God has for their lives

"Now as never before, we need to understand the true science of education. If we fail to do this, we shall never have a place in the Kingdom of God". E G White

Seven of the nine volumes of Testimonies for the Church contain chapters devoted to the subject of education. Until the summer of 1968 anyone who wished to consult these chapters had to have before him a full set of the testimonies. The publisher in council with the White Trustees drew together these scattered chapters on education and issued them in a single volume

This classic work on education sets forth the unique and challenging idea that the work of education and the work of redemption are one. The ultimate goal of all learning should be to understand more about our Creator- Redeemer and to reflect that understanding in our personal lives. In her writings on this subject, Ellen White was concerned, not with details of curriculum or educational systems, but with great, guiding principles. The result is a penetrating look at the factors that make up true education in its broader sense. The reader will find in these pages insights not only to guide parents, students and teachers but all who seek true education in the great school of life

This classic work on education sets forth the unique and challenging idea that the work of education and the work of redemption are one. The ultimate goal of all learning should be to understand more about our Creator- Redeemer and to reflect that understanding in our personal lives. In her writings on this subject, Ellen White was concerned, not with details of curriculum or educational systems, but with great, guiding principles. The result is a penetrating look at the factors that make up true education in its broader sense. The reader will find in these pages insights not only to guide parents, students and teachers but all who seek true education in the great school of life.

There is no doubt that Ellen White had a profound interest in Christian education- she wrote numerous articles, pamphlets, and books on the subject. Flowing throughout these writings is one constant, abiding theme; education is to bring the student ever nearer to God. It begins at home, and continues in to the school, but always "true education embraces physical, mental and moral training, in order that all the powers shall be fitted for the best development, to do service for God, and to work for the uplifting of humanity". Containing articles drawn from various sources, the book does not duplicate sections from her other books on education (with exception of the first chapter). Such topics as the proper education of the young, the basis of true education, teachers as examples of Christian integrity, and the true ideal for youth are arranged chronologically to emphasis the historical setting

Mrs. White defines true education and goes into detail on the influence of surroundings on the student. The example of Christ? s education is contrasted with formalism, and the importance of keeping the Bible as the textbook is stressed. This book was first published in order that the light which had been given Mrs. White, since ? Christian Education ? was issued might be available for all. Originally printed in 1897 and long out of print, LOA offers this photo-copy offset printing of the original book.