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The Bible Is a Treasure Book

The Bible is a treasure book of stories that are true, It tells of people long ago

Author: Elizabeth M. Shields (1944)
Tune: SPOHR (Spohr 53351)
Published in 4 hymnals

Author: Elizabeth M. Shields

Shields, Elizabeth McEwen. (Camden, South Carolina, September 22, 1879--May 5, 1962, Asheville, North Carolina). She was named for her grandmother, Elizabeth McEwen of South Carolina. Director, Children's Work of the Presbyterian Board of Christian Education; Chair, children's section of what is now known as the National Council of Churches. Published many books for children, including Junior Hymns and Songs and Worship and Conduct Songs. --Tina Schneider, from information in the DNAH Archives, which includes correspondence from Elizabeth McEwen Shield's sister. Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: The Bible is a treasure book of stories that are true, It tells of people long ago
Title: The Bible Is a Treasure Book
Author: Elizabeth M. Shields (1944)
Language: English
Copyright: © 1944, by Elizabeth McE. Shields

Timeline

Instances

Instances (1 - 4 of 4)

Hymns for Primary Worship #119

Junior Hymnal #d170

Songs for Primaries #d68

When Boys and Girls Sing #85

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