 An Eastern European Christmas LegendIn The Spider Who Saved Christmas, Raymond Arroyo brings a popular Eastern European Christmas legend to life. This gorgeous book tells the story of the Golden Orb Weaver spider who protected the Christ child. Show
An Unusual Christmas OrnamentIn Poland and Ukraine, spider ornaments are commonly placed on Christmas trees. According to a legend little-known in America, a spider made a web to camouflage the cave where the Holy Family hid while fleeing Herod’ slaughter of the innocents. While the Holy Family slept, the spider spun a web across the opening of the cave which saved the Christ child’s life. Beautiful Illustrations for a Beautiful StoryMy favorite part of this book is Rand Gallegos’ luminous illustrations! The light seems to emanate from the Christ Child’s peaceful face in a way that fascinated my children and charmed me. To scroll through a full preview of these amazing pictures, check out the sales page from publisher Sophia Press. Not for the Littlest OnesThis is a beautiful and unique Christmas picture book which older kids will enjoy, but I wouldn’t recommend it for the littlest children. My 3 year old (who’s a bit sensitive) was upset by the references to Herod slaughtering the innocent baby boys. The actual slaughtering isn’t described, of course, but there are descriptions of the wails and shrieks of dying babies, which may be upsetting to very young or sensitive children. Great Present for 5-7 year oldsThis beautiful book makes a great St. Nicholas Day or Christmas present for Catholic children 5+. Even your non-Catholic friends will enjoy this unique Christmas legend! We’ll be adding it to our Christmas book basket books this Advent. Buy it through my Amazon affiliate link: The Spider Who Saved Christmas Or through my Bookshop affiliate link: The Spider Who Saved Christmas Disclaimer: I received a copy of “The Spider Who Saved Christmas” from Sophia Institute Press in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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Nov 06, 2020 Laura rated it it was amazing I knew some countries use spider webs instead of tinsel on Christmas trees, but didn't know why until I read this book. Based on a legend, it's beautifully written and illustrated. A joy for all ages. I knew some countries use spider webs instead of tinsel on Christmas trees, but didn't know why until I read this book. Based on a legend, it's beautifully written and illustrated. A joy for all ages. ...more
Dec 08, 2020 Clay Davis rated it it was amazing I have a problem with the title, the events in this story take place at least a day after Jesus was born. A better title might be The Tinsel Miracle. The book has excellent illustrations.
May 05, 2021 Isabel rated it it was amazing "Everyone is here for a purpose," Mama Mary says. This is why Joseph spares the Golden spider. The spider that saved the Precious Baby Jesus' life. She was there for a purpose. This beautiful book, based on a legend, reminds us that no matter how bad a situation may seem,
there is ALWAYS hope, found even in the tiniest most fragile things and even in the darkest most unexpected places. Even the Golden Orb Weavers would love it if you read this to them! Even the Golden Orb Weavers would love it if you read this to them!
Nov 21, 2020 Nancy Bruen rated it it was amazing Amazing! Children will love this heartwarming tale. It is a wonderful story of love and protection. It teaches valuable lessons, and also includes interesting historical information at the end. A+ Raymond Arroyo!
Dec 06, 2021 Erin rated it it was amazing I have never heard this legend, bit a interesting part of the Christmas story that we don't hear about much (Joseph, Mary and Jesus going to Egypt). I appreciate the story and connection to Christmas at the end. I have never heard this legend, bit a interesting part of the Christmas story that we don't hear about much (Joseph, Mary and Jesus going to Egypt). I appreciate the story and connection to Christmas at the end. ...more
I loved this Chirstmas story!
Jan 24, 2021 Tamara rated it it was amazing "All are here for a reason," the Blessed Mother Mary tells Joseph to
"let it be" when he is about to kill the spider Nephila (Greek for "fond of spinning") when they enter a cave on the flight from Herod's soldiers. This beautifully illustrated and heartfelt retelling of a Christmas legend is an instant classic for the holiday bookshelves.
Listening to Raymond Arroyo on EWTN this evening talking about the story and the spider, I learned something cool. The golden thread this kind of spider spins. Now to read the story
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Apr 25, 2021 Scott Ravede rated it it was amazing Even arachnophobes will love this book! As
I was reading this book, I wanted to know what kind of spider was this Christmas-saving arachnid. Lo and behold, the answer was right there at the beginning and I didn’t even know it. Nephila, the name of the spider, is also the name of this species of spider, also known as Golden Silk Orb-Weavers. Herod’s men are out to kill all the baby boys under 2. They eventually find the cave where the baby Jesus is hiding with Joseph and Mary. Nothing is actually s As I was reading this book, I wanted to know what kind of spider was this Christmas-saving arachnid. Lo and behold, the answer was right there at the beginning and I didn’t even know it. Nephila, the name of the spider, is also the name of this species of spider, also known as Golden Silk Orb-Weavers. Herod’s men are out to kill all the baby boys under 2. They eventually find the cave where the baby Jesus is
hiding with Joseph and Mary. Nothing is actually stopping them from going in, but they are tricked into retreating by something the spider does. The illustrations in this book are beautiful and intricate and really make you feel like you are right there, in the middle of the action. Will you love spiders after reading this book? Maybe not, but since you are unlikely ever to encounter a Golden Silk Orb-Weaver, you can confidently claim that you will never kill one of those spiders again, if you
ever spot one in your home.
Nov 01, 2020 Barb rated it really liked it Readers familiar with Charlotte’s Web will enjoy another story in which a friendly spider selflessly takes risks to save someone else. Unlike most stories that feature “saves Christmas” in their title, The
Spider Who Saved Christmas isn’t about removing obstacles that threaten to prevent Santa’s delivery of gifts to children. Instead, it’s about a lowly creature willingly accepting a dangerous mission to save the Son of God.
3.5 stars-- This lushly-illustrated book would be an excellent choice to share with a Christian audience to promote basic humane
values. Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus are fleeing a murderous band of soldiers. They seek refuge in a spiderweb-filled cave, where Joseph spots and is ready to strike an especially large spider. Mary intervenes, remarking that everything has a purpose in this world. And the spider ends up paying back the family tenfold. I'm not religious myself, but am always lookin Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus are fleeing a murderous band of soldiers. They seek refuge in a spiderweb-filled cave, where Joseph spots and is ready to strike an especially large spider. Mary intervenes, remarking that everything has a purpose in this world. And the spider ends up paying back the family tenfold. I'm not religious myself, but am always looking for kindness-promoting materials to recommend to
those who are. This is a positive book that advances the idea of thoughtfulness and respect for even the most humble living things.
Nov 06, 2020 Emmy rated it it was ok This was a beautifully illustrated book, but the story left me feeling a little cold. First of all, this is the story of St. Felix...just dressed up as a story about the Holy Family. Also, I didn't like how St. Joseph
was portrayed. He sort of comes across as the bad guy here--anxious, angry, aggressive, and untrusting, needing Mary to keep him in balance. I strongly believe that their relationship was more supportive and mutual than that. Arroyo is a wonderful writer, but this was not his best w Arroyo is a wonderful writer, but this was not his best work, unfortunately.
Jan 30, 2021 CE O rated it did not like it I'm not sure what I expected from a book related to Christmas, but a
fever dream where the Holy Family is saved from Herod's soldiers by the actions of a two-eyed spider was not it. The story is contrived, the images kitsch of the worst kind, and at least 2 parts of the book are not suitable for young children. My recommendation: Toss the book in the trash, and tell your children about the actual Christmas Spider traditions. The story is contrived, the images kitsch of the worst kind, and at least 2 parts of the book are not suitable for young children. My recommendation: Toss the book in the trash, and tell your children about the actual Christmas Spider traditions.
Dec 22, 2021 sincerely rated it really liked it Very interesting! I had an aunt that would put webs on her tree and I had no idea why. She was not religious at all so I'm curious why she picked up this one legend but that's the way it goes. What a unique story this is, and the illustrations were beautiful. It won't be something I reread to my kiddos only because I'm a Biblical Christian and my focus is more on scriptural narratives rather than legends but wow what a cool one! Very interesting! I had an aunt that would put webs on her tree and I had no idea why. She was not religious at all so I'm curious why she picked up this one legend but that's the way it goes. What a unique story this is, and the illustrations were beautiful. It won't be something I reread to my kiddos only because I'm a Biblical Christian and my focus is more on scriptural narratives rather than legends but wow what a cool one! ...more
Nov 07, 2020 Rena Jarvis rated it it was amazing My husband told me about this book after he saw
it on Fox News. I had never heard anything about this legend before. This is the most precious story of how the scariest of insects saved the lives of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. God uses so many ways to touch our lives. “All are here for a reason. Let it be.”
Dec 15, 2020 Meg rated it it was amazing This was a cute and adorable story about Christmas. This book is perfect for all ages. I knew I wanted to read this book when I found out Raymond Arroyo wrote it, as I have read several of his books. Things I
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Jan 03, 2021 Sharon Cole rated it it was amazing This was such a fantastic book! I read it the night it came because I wanted to make sure it was
This was a sweet story about a brave spider who protects the baby Jesus with a protective web during the slaughter of the innocents. Suitable for reading aloud with adult supervision and guidance as it has suggestion of danger and violence.
Dec 22, 2020 Jessica rated it it was amazing
This is just lovely. I purchased it in the spur of the moment, knowing full well that I will not be able to read it at school. I hope to read it to my nieces instead. It is the story of the Flight into Egypt. Recommended. Q2020 book.
Jan 28, 2021 Beate rated it liked it I've heard this story before, but the illustrations are wonderful, and it's somewhat of a spider origin myth. I'd read it again. There's a few mentions of the infanticide Herrod ordered, I don't know if little ones would ask questions or not. I've heard this story before, but the illustrations are wonderful, and it's somewhat of a spider origin myth. I'd read it again. There's a few mentions of the infanticide Herrod ordered, I don't know if little ones would ask questions or not. ...more
Oct 26, 2021 Tessa Klebaum rated it it was amazing A different, beautiful take on a Christmas story. This spider saved Jesus Joseph and Mary from being killed. Her web reminds people of the gold tinsel that we hang around Christmas time. Lovely read and book.
Dec 17, 2021 Sandy rated it liked it Interesting legend where a spider saves baby Jesus and his parents from King Herod's soldiers. Does not shy away from the atrocities committed by Herod's soldiers, so may by too dark for younger children. Lovely illustrations, but my daughter found the story inconceivable. Interesting legend where a spider saves baby Jesus and his parents from King Herod's soldiers. Does not shy away from the atrocities committed by Herod's soldiers, so may by too dark for younger children. Lovely illustrations, but my daughter found the story inconceivable. ...more
Nov 11, 2020 Kathy rated it it was amazing Beautiful illustrations accompany this legend of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus on their flight to Egypt.
Nov 19, 2020 Victoria rated it it was amazing Delightful! I had never heard of this Christmas legend. Raymond tells it beautifully and the illustrations are just lovely. A new favorite family holiday read.
Nov 24, 2020 Cindy rated it it was amazing What a sweet legacy for a most unusal situation how a young child could motivate an insect for protection .....loved the thought to ponder .
For my neice. A very sweet book with lovely art.
I think this is the best children's Christmas book, I have ever read! The story was so good and teaches the reader lessons of helping others even when some want to eliminate you, and also, shows that you don't have to be big to be smart, inventive, and a handworker. Just a beautiful book! I think this is the best children's Christmas book, I have ever read! The story was so good and teaches the reader lessons of helping others even when some want to eliminate you, and also, shows that you don't have to be big to be smart, inventive, and a handworker. Just a beautiful book! ...more Raymond Arroyo is an award winning journalist, a New York Times Bestselling author, and a producer. He is the news director and lead anchor of EWTN News; creator and host of the international news magazine The World Over Live seen in 200 million households each week. Arroyo lives in the Washington DC area with his wife and children. News & InterviewsNeed another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? We've got you covered with the buzziest new releases of the day. To create our... Welcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. What age group is the spider who saved Christmas for?The Spider Who Saved Christmas 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Product Details.. Is the spider who saved Christmas a true story?Beautiful legend, brings the true story of the Holy Family fleeing to Egypt to protect the Christ Child back to the Christmas season. Thank you Raymond Arroyo! The book is beautifully illustrated and written.
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