O that there were such an heart in them, that they would
fear me, and keep all my commandments always, that it might
be well with them, and with their children for ever.
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THE CRUCIFIXION IN COLORS
OBJECTS: A Collection of Colored Papers
This is a lesson on the Crucifixion of Jesus. It is taught by small colored papers. Each stage of the crucifixion is illustrated by a color. The paper used is the common glazed paper which can be supplied by any paper store that deals in fancy paper. You can also use little blocks of muslin or any other colored goods. Cut the blocks about 4 x 5-1/2 inches in size; some of the pieces you will notice will be long and narrow. (See Diagram.)
Pin these blocks upon some background so all the listeners may see the work. You will notice by the diagram that when every piece is in its place a perfect cross is formed. Follow the order of the diagram and commence at the foot of the cross. At this place put a brown color. This color stands for the common earth, the ground of Calvary in which the cross was planted. Talk about holy ground if you so desire, but say this is the Most Holy Ground. It was here they placed the cross and crucified Jesus.
The next block is divided into two parts—white and blue. These were the dominant colors of the high priest's garments to whom Jesus was sent the hour of his arrest. Describe now the wild scene—the mad mob all seeking to bring him to trial for death sentence.
The next block is gold—the dominant color in the royal robe of Pilate. It was the color of his scepter and