Instruction Concerning Education presents Ellen White's philosophy and practical counsel for Christian education. This pamphlet outlines distinctive Adventist educational principles distinguishing denominational schools from worldly institutions. Topics typically addressed include: curriculum combining mental, physical, and spiritual development; manual labor's educational value; teaching Bible as foundation of all knowledge; training for practical usefulness versus mere intellectual achievement; character development as education's primary goal; and preparing workers for mission service. White emphasized that true education develops whole person—physical, mental, and spiritual capacities—preparing students for service now and eternity. The pamphlet warned against imitating worldly educational methods while urging establishment of schools operating on biblical principles. This instruction provided foundational philosophy guiding Adventist education globally.
Teachers, administrators, board members of Adventist schools, parents choosing education for children, and all believers understanding distinctive Christian education philosophy.
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