Apr. 19, 2009 - Educating the Children of the Kings of Kings: Jesus!
In centuries past, there was a special kind of education reserved for the nobility. These future dukes, lords, and kings were set apart because they had a special call on their life. The education and character training would make a difference to a nation, possibly even the world.
This education involved one-on-one tutoring and mentoring. A future king had his own tutor whose only job was to impart knowledge to his charge. He read, explained, displayed, and challenged his future ruler with all the knowledge a great leader would need. Sons of nobleman learned to read, write and speak in several languages. They were taught to recite poetry, play musical instruments, draw, paint, and perform in dramatic productions. Future kings diligently studied history and current events. They not only were taught the who, what, when and where; but they learned the why and how. These future history-makers needed a wealth of knowledge to govern diligently when they reached maturity.
Not only did the nobility need knowledge to rule, they would need wisdom and integrity. Character is caught, not taught. It is learned in the presence of someone older and more self-controlled. When a son reached a certain age, he began to spend time with his father, or another adult in a position of authority and responsibility. Here was the hands-on training necessary for the future. Gracious manners, response to conflict and the art of diplomacy are discovered in the moments where they are required. No workshop or book could impart the wisdom that the future leader was equipped with through mentoring.
Homeschooling gives us the opportunity to mentor and tutor one-on-one. We can give our children the education that was formerly reserved for only the nobility. And our children are of royal birth if they are born again members of the Kingdom of God. Jesus is the King of Kings! We are the children of God: royal princes and princesses. What an amazing privilege to give a noble education to our children who will one day rule and reign with Christ!
Blessings to all you royal tutors!
Love,
Meredith
Comments
Jun. 8, 2009 - Can I share??
Posted by carlsonfamily
I just read your post about Educating the Children of the Kings of Kings: Jesus! I enjoyed it so, do you mind if I post a link to it from my blog?
Thanks!
Aug. 28, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by joprincesswarrior
This is great! God impressed the concept of raising Prince Warriors about a year ago. xoxo
