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Christening Gifts For Boys – Five Original And Lasting Ideas

Everybody will tell you that men are difficult to buy gifts for. Apart from opting for the odd power tool or item of clothing, we all have problems choosing an appropriate gift for men. That’s probably the reason why they end up with so many socks and stockpiles of aftershave.

Well, funnily enough, the problem starts early in life. For instance, consider the Christening … nobody ever worries about what to get a little girl for her Christening. Little girls are easy. On top of all the traditional Christening gifts there are plenty of pretty little cross necklaces and pendants to choose from, or bracelets and bangles, charms for her memory box and mementos for her dressing table. Little boys on the other hand pose more of a problem, so here’s a quick overview of five Christening gifts for little boys that cover a range of budgets, but that in every case have meaning and longevity.

In the same way that a Christening reflects the hopes of friends and family for a child’s life, so too, a Christening gift should last a lifetime, always reminding the recipient of the day and the giver. So, the most popular gift is always a Christening Bible.

Christening Bibles come in many shapes and sizes from morocco-bound leather King James versions to illustrated Good News Bibles. One traditional preference is the King James Version of the Bible with a sterling silver front piece, or plaque, designed with a silver cross. Such an impressive gift will be read and treasured throughout life and quickly become an heirloom for future generations.

Silver has been associated with Christenings since Tudor times and is a recurring theme in many gifts. For this reason, a Silver St Christopher Pendant is a popular boy’s Christening Gift that has similar resonance to a Bible whilst accommodating a smaller budget. St Christopher is not only the patron saint of travelers, he is also seen as an adult guide for a child, offering protection throughout life’s journey. A silver St Christopher pendant is a great gift, full of meaning. It is often enhanced by engraving the reverse with initials and the date of the Christening.

Another popular Christening gift for boys is a silver tankard, mug or cup. Since Victorian times these have often been given as miniature scaled down designs presented in hinged display boxes. In recent times, with the price of silver more than doubling in the last two years, full sized silver tankards have become prohibitively expensive and less and less common as Christening gifts.

More secular gifts for boys also include a set of silver cufflinks. Once again, this is a lasting gift that will be kept and used throughout life. Engraved with the owner’s initials, this is a very personal gift. However, cufflinks can also carry a message or symbol, so a common gift is a set of cufflinks in the shape of the ICTHUS Christian fish or in the shape of the cross.

For anyone with a Celtic background or interested in symbolism, a Celtic Quaich is an unforgettable Christening gift. This two-handled bowl-shaped cup or quaich, pronounced “quake” as in “earthquake”, is a lasting symbol of friendship. Passed from person to person in a toast – most likely of whisky – the quaich is used at most rites of passage from Christenings to weddings and even wakes. The Quaich is often engraved inside the bowl with the Christian name and date of the Christening.

No matter what gift you choose for the little man at his Christening, be sure it is something that will last and be treasured throughout life. And enjoy the shopping … the socks and aftershave aren’t far away.

Here are some Childrens Bible choices:

A Child’s First Bible
by: Kenneth N. Taylor
publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., published: 2000-09-01
ASIN: 0842331743
EAN: 9780842331746
sales rank: 4117
price: $8.14 (new), $0.59 (used)

Perfect for taking to church or using at home, young children will love this beautifully illustrated first Bible. A Child’s First Bible is a collection of 125 of the most familiar Bible passages, from both the Old and New Testaments. Beginning with the story of Creation and ending with Revelation, the text is retold in simple words by well-known author and translator Kenneth N. Taylor. With its charming illustrations and clear, inspiring text, A Child’s First Bibleis a must for every child’s bookshelf.

FEATURES

• All the great characters and stories of the Bible are included in this beautiful treasury
• Clear, easy-to-read text is appropriate for young readers, and also fun to read aloud to the pre- school child
• Simple questions at the end of each Bible passage are designed to highlight important biblical truths.

The Children’s Bible
by: Golden Books
publisher: Golden Inspirational, published: 2006-07-25
ASIN: 0307165205
EAN: 9780307165206
sales rank: 16131
price: $7.96 (new), $0.38 (used)

The Children’s Bible consists of six parts, parts one through four drawn from the Old Testament, parts five and six from the New Testament.

The Children’s Illustrated Bible
by: Selina Hastings
publisher: DK CHILDREN, published: 2005-02-21
ASIN: 0756609356
EAN: 9780756609351
sales rank: 23799
price: $6.05 (new), $5.40 (used)

Clear, easy-to-understand language and beautiful artwork make this little book is a treasure for young readers. Written in conjunction with educators, scholars, and religious advisors, Old and New Testament tales including the Birth of Jesus, Jacob¹s Ladder, Noah¹s Ark, and the Resurrection fill this little book that¹s perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Other Beautiful Bible Choices

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Would you love to own a Family heirloom? These Bibles are Beautiful Family Bibles that can become family heirlooms, to be passed down generation to generation. These are 5 Star Bibles with awesome reviews, and make wonderful gifts for anyone & everyone. Who wouldn’t love these gorgeous Bibles with Gods Words tucked inside? I had a beautiful Family Bible Heirloom years ago and lost it in a house fire, I was terribly sad about losing something that I wanted to pass down to my children. So treasure your purchase and fill it with your love, and family details so a part of you will always be present.

Family Bibles

List Price: $49.99 Price: $31.49 at time of posting

A treasured family heirloom. The family Bible tradition has been passed down through generations and over centuries. Millions of families have recorded their most significant events in the pages of the Bible, the one book that means more to them than any other book in the world. As the years and generations pass, these Bibles have become treasured keepsakes as they tell the stories of generations of faithful believers. The NIV Family Bible continues in this tradition, offering a beautiful keepsake your family will find more valuable as the years go by.

Features: * The complete text of the New International Version * Full presentation and family record section for recording family tree information, births, marriages, deaths, and other important events * Large-print format with helpful center-column reference section on each page * Words of Christ in red * 16 pages of beautiful full-color artwork depicting passages of Scripture * Many study features, including About the Bible, How to Study the Bible, Daily Bible Reading Plan, 150 Famous Bible Stories, Bible Verses for Daily Life, Parables and Miracles of the Bible, the Ministry and Teachings of Jesus, and more * NIV dictionary/concordance * 16 pages of full-color maps

Family Bible, KJV Edition

List Price: $99.99 Price: $72.99 at time of post

This beautifully crafted family Bible will become a treasured heirloom for generations to come!
Celebrate the legacy of the Bible alongside your family’s legacy, with this King James Version Family Bible. It will serve as an authoritative reference and as a household centerpiece.
This new edition contains a special full-color celebration of the 400th anniversary of the King James Version.

CUSTOMER REVIEW:
This is by far the highest quality and most attractive Bible I have seen. It is well worth the money. I bought it as a wedding gift for the son of a friend and his fiancee. This a great gift for a couple starting off in life. It is a wonderful keepsake Bible, has many useful study aids and has plenty of room at the front for the family tree. I have seen Bibles on amazon.com and elsewhere on the Internet costing much more that are no better quality if they are as nice as this one. Save your money and get top quality for a reasonable price.

 
Family Bible navy

Price at time of Post $54.95

This Navy padded lexatone Bible feature a two-tone foil stamped padded cover with gold gilded page edges. The gold and silver crosses combine with symbols of the Trinity with representations of: The Hand of Creation, the Pascal Lamb and the Dove, an appealing statement of faith for a Catholic home. Supplemental material includes: 64-page Catholic Encyclopedic Dictionary; Celebration of the Eucharist in Pictures and Text; Famous Masterpieces of Religious Art; The Vatican and Succession of Popes; The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Rosary; Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, and Origin, Inspiration and History of the Bible.

Here are a couple more Bibles that you may also be interested in, they are a bit more expensive, but are BEAUTIFUL!!

Jeweled Cross Family Bible (KJV)

Price at time of Post is $590

Jeweled Cross Bible with Amethyst Crystals (NIV)

Price at time of Post $365

Jeweled Crystal Brides Bible (KJV)

Price at time of Post $245

Jeweled Cross Bible with Topaz and Peridot Crystals (NIV)

Price at time of Post $335

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