Wisdom literature is one of the most accessible yet perplexing genres within the Bible. The Book of Job explores the nature of suffering, Proverbs gives guidance on matters as routine as avoiding ...

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he has lavished her upon his friends. Today’s readings offer a selection from the Book of Sirach, part of the “wisdom literature” tradition, though not included in the Hebrew Bible nor the Bibles used ...

Why is the wisdom found in Scripture relevant for you today? How can you grow in your understanding of it?

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The Bible can be beautifully clear in some places but dense and thorny in others. It can be daunting to bushwhack through complex passages, seeking the right path to understanding scripture and living ...

A reflection on Proverbs 29 showing how its timeless wisdom, centered on righteousness, justice, and seeking God, speaks to today’s lives, choices, and fears.