“O my Lord, ... teach us what we shall do unto the child that shall be born.” Judges 13:8.
Note.—This is a part of the prayer of Manoah, the father of Samson.
2. How should our children be taught?
“All thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children.” Isa. 54:13.
3. What will happen if a child is not properly instructed?
“A child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.” Prov. 29:15.
4. How did Solomon's parents regard him as a child?
“I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.” Prov. 4:3.
5. What does Solomon say his father did for him as a child?
“He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words; keep my commandments, and live.” Prov. 4:4.