MenuThe story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.
Paper 172:4.2
The Urantia Book
As Jesus and the apostles walked about the temple, they sat down and began watching as people put money into the treasury box. Rich people put in large amounts of money. Others put in what was expected. Then, they saw a poor widow place two copper coins into the box. Jesus said, “This poor widow has put in more than all the others.” Others had given a small part of their wealth. But the widow, even though she was poor, had given everything she had.
Discussion Questions
Do you think the apostles were surprised by what Jesus said? Why? Let’s turn our attention to something that Jesus said at various times. He said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” What are ways we can give to others?
According to his ability, with a cheerful heart
Let him always practise the duty of liberality.
If he is asked, let him always give something,
Be it ever so little, without grudging. (Hinduism)
Neglect not thy part in this world.
But be bounteous to others,
as God hath been bounteous to thee. (Islam)
