What are some lessons to learn from Paul s chil... - JSS3 Christian Religious Studies Signpost of Paul's conversion Question

1. When we talk of prominence, and fame, Paul had a large and influential family connection. We must learn to live a life of humility and tolerance of others despite our rich family background.

2. He was brought up strictly in the Jewish religion and lived all his life pursuing the cause which his ancestors stood for. We must learn that what a person becomes when he grows up is determined largely by his childhood foundation.

3. Paul was born in Tarsus in Cilicia, and despite the fact that Tarsus was a centre of learning and education in his time, his father sent him to his roots in Jerusalem to be acquainted with the culture, language and tradition of the Hebrew nation. As Christians we must insist that our children should get acquainted with the culture, language and tradition of our people.

4. Paul’s religious training and zealousness as a Pharisee made him develop hospitality towards the early Christians. Christian parents must learn to send their children to educational institutions where broad based learning is inculcated.