Volume I · The Parables of Jesus
The Ten Virgins
A parable of Jesus · Matthew 25:1-13
Ten young women were waiting for a bridegroom so that they could go into the wedding feast with him. Each had a burning lamp. Five were wise and brought extra oil. Five did not.
The story continues in volume I, “The Parables of Jesus”: told in full, illustrated, with everything that follows it.
What you'll find in the book about this story
- A short version for little ones (ages 4–7), to read at bedtime in a few minutes.
- The full story for older children, from age 8, with every part of it.
- Questions for family discussion so the story travels from the ears to the heart.
- A short prayer that a child can say on their own.
- A good deed to try together during the week ahead.