The repetitions are emphatic; expressive of anxious love.

Son of my vows - Like Samuel, and Samson, the child often asked for in praye…

What, my son?— that is, what shall I say? The question, thrice repeated, shows her extreme anxiety to give good advice to…

What, my son ?
&c.] What shall I call you? though you are a king, can I address you in more suitable language, or us…

When children are under their mother's supervision, she has an opportunity to shape their minds correctly. Those who are grown up should often reca…