[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fyGMegwBTSQVACIuPk1nsgmzl1usP4Y1yTl8dZ0tHBi0":3,"$fRbKVmCmVBLkEgYnUz5fdY83DJ87brvh_WApnd8cTY1U":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},6213,"Gladys Hunt","G",3,null,"gladys-hunt",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":80},[14,28,48],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":27},190546,"Books are like people: fascinating, inspiring, thought-provoking, some laugh, some meditate, others ache with old age, but still have wisdom: some are disease-ridden, some deceitful; but others are a delight to behold, and many travel to foreign lands; some cry, some teach, others are lots of fun, they are excellent companions and all have individuality - Books are friends. What person has too many friends?",2,true,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[22],{"id":23,"tag":24},1217538,{"id":25,"tag_name":26},177,"books","**The Backstory**\n\nGladys Hunt, a renowned advocate for Christian education and literacy, penned this quote likely during her tenure as the editor of _Focus on the Family_ magazine in the 1980s. At that time, she was deeply committed to promoting reading and faith integration among Christians, especially women. This context suggests that her words were influenced by her experiences advocating for literacy programs and encouraging readers to engage with books as companions.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nHunt's quote belies a paradox: while books can be \"disease-ridden\" or \"deceitful,\" they are also capable of being excellent, trustworthy friends. This tension reveals Hunt's recognition that, just like human relationships, our encounters with literature involve risks and potential pitfalls. However, the rewards of these interactions often far outweigh the drawbacks.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nWhen approaching new books or authors, adopt a mindset of cautious optimism. Recognize that not all literary encounters will be positive or transformative. Nevertheless, prioritize engagement with diverse voices and perspectives, as this is where true growth and understanding occur. By embracing both the potential for harm and benefit in our literary friendships, we may develop more discerning and nuanced readership practices.",{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":47},64557,"No book is really worth reading at the age of 10 which is not equally worth reading at the age of 50.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[34,39,42],{"id":35,"tag":36},447941,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},52,"reading",{"id":40,"tag":41},447939,{"id":25,"tag_name":26},{"id":43,"tag":44},447940,{"id":45,"tag_name":46},222,"inspirational","**The Backstory**\nGladys Hunt, a renowned educator and author, is likely the originator of this thought-provoking quote. As the founder of Faith Alive Books and co-founder of CCEF (Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation), she was deeply committed to fostering spiritual growth through literature. In her work with children and adults, she emphasized the importance of timeless wisdom in reading.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nAt its core, this quote reveals a paradoxical understanding of learning: that true value lies not in the novelty or age-specific relevance of material but rather in its enduring truth and applicability across the lifespan. Hunt suggests that our perception of what is \"worth reading\" often shifts as we mature, revealing a tension between initial enthusiasm and long-term significance.\n\n**How to Use This**\nWhen approaching new books or educational materials, adopt an attitude of discernment by asking: \"Will this be equally valuable to me in 10 years?\" This mindset encourages a more intentional and strategic approach to learning, prioritizing depth over breadth and cultivating a habit of revisiting and re-engaging with material as our perspectives and understanding evolve.",{"id":49,"quote_text":50,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":51,"author":52,"source":53,"quote_tag":54,"commentary":9},20338,"What is home? My favorite definition is \"a safe place,\" a place where one is free from attack, a place where one experiences secure relationships and affirmation. It's a place where people share and understand each other. Its relationships are nurturing. The people in it do not need to be perfect; instead, they need to be honest, loving, supportive, recognizing a common humanity that makes all of us vulnerable.",false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[55,60,65,70,75],{"id":56,"tag":57},151708,{"id":58,"tag_name":59},25,"love",{"id":61,"tag":62},151706,{"id":63,"tag_name":64},86,"family",{"id":66,"tag":67},151710,{"id":68,"tag_name":69},1199,"respect",{"id":71,"tag":72},151707,{"id":73,"tag_name":74},2665,"home",{"id":76,"tag":77},151712,{"id":78,"tag_name":79},3507,"support",{"currentPage":81,"totalPages":81,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":82},1,10]