SOME APPROBATIONS.
We strongly recommend Bishop Knecht'S “Practical Commentary on Holy Scripture”. It contains an Appendix , called a Concordance of Scripture Aids to the Catechism , by reference to which the teacher will find himself in possession of Holy Scripture to illustrate every part of the Catechism . The work has gone through 19 editions , and is the most complete and the most valuable book for its purpose in any language. The English translation has been exceedingly well done , and is preceded by a Preface by the Rev . M. Glancey, of the Diocese of Birmingham, in which there are valuable hints on teaching Holy Scripture in combination with the Catechism.
Lenten Letter 1903.
I have devoted as much time as I could afford occasionally to a perusal of this admirable work , and always felt that my spare moments were well spent. The method adopted in explaining the Holy Scripture is plain and simple, and consequently can be easily understood by any one of ordinary capacity. The division of each Chapter into Narrative and Explanation. Commentary , and Application, will render the work of the highest utility to those who are engaged as Catechists or as Teachers in Schools. I can recommend the work strongly, as affording, in the simplest form, a great amount of information on the History of the Old and New Testament.
Catholic Cathedral, Madras , September 20. 1894.
The translation of Dr. Knechts celebrated "Practical Commentary” is a most valuable and welcome addition to our English literature. Brimful of interest and practical instruction, it should be in the hands not only of every Priest and Catechist, but of the heads of every Catholic family. In a few days we shall have our annual Retreat and Synod. I shall not fail to recommend it strongly to all my Priests and Religious Communities. Wishing the admirable work all the success it desentes,
Christchurch, New Zealand, December 27. 1894.
