Podcasts about Sirach

Fr. Mike clarifies the meaning behind Mattathias' zealous attack against the Greeks and his fellow Jews who were not obeying God's laws. From our reading of Sirach, Fr. Mike reminds us to remember the needs of the poor, and to be careful when forming friendships. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 2, Sirach 4-6, and Proverbs 22:1-4. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

As we begin reading the first book of Maccabees today, Fr. Mike highlights the severe persecution against the Jews and the desecration of the Temple led by Antiochus Epiphanes. We also begin our journey in the book of Sirach today and learn about the fear of the Lord, clinging to the Lord in trials, and the importance of honoring our parents. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 1, Sirach 1-3, and Proverbs 21:29-31. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Wisdom of Sirach 51; Psalm 81; Proverbs 17:11·15; Philippians 2

Wisdom of Sirach 50; Psalm 80; Proverbs 17:6·10; Philippians 1

Wisdom of Sirach 48, 49; Psalm 79; Proverbs 17:1·5; Ephesians 6

Wisdom of Sirach 46, 47; Psalm 78; Proverbs 16:26·31; Ephesians 5:15·33

Besides the Psalter, this book is the longest of the Wisdom Book corpus in the Old Testament. It is a treasure trove of teachings on the divine origin of Wisdom, her attributes, and her love for all those seek her. Similar to the Book of Proverbs, Sirach guides God's people along the paths of holy and virtuous living in all aspects of life. Enjoy this sample from Lesson 1, "Introducing the Book of Sirach" from Dr. Nick's seven-part course, "Sirach: Fear the Lord." Anyone can join our community of students and stream the entire audio lesson and full course (and other courses too!) whenever they wish.

Wisdom of Sirach 44:19-45:26; Psalm 77:56·72; Proverbs 16:21·25; Ephesians 4:25-5:14

Wisdom of Sirach 43:1-44:18; Psalm 77:38·55; Proverbs 16:16·20; Ephesians 4:1·24

Wisdom of Sirach 41, 42; Psalm 77:18·37; Proverbs 16:11·15; Ephesians 3

Sirach 44 & 45; Matthew 25: 14-23; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Wisdom of Sirach 39:12-40:30; Psalm 77:1·17; Proverbs 16:6·10; Ephesians 2

Wisdom of Sirach 38:1-39:11; Psalm 76:11·21; Proverbs 16:1·5; Ephesians 1

Wisdom of Sirach 36, 37; Psalm 76:1·10; Proverbs 15:33·38; Galatians 6

Wisdom of Sirach 34, 35; Psalm 75; Proverbs 15:27·32; Galatians 5

Wisdom of Sirach 32, 33; Psalm 74; Proverbs 15:21·26; Galatians 4

Wisdom of Sirach 30, 31; Psalm 73:12·23; Proverbs 15:16·20; Galatians 3

Wisdom of Sirach 28, 29; Psalm 73:1·11; Proverbs 15:11·15; Galatians 2

Wisdom of Sirach 26, 27; Psalm 72:15·28; Proverbs 15:6·10; Galatians 1

Wisdom of Sirach 24:19-25:25; Psalm 72:1·14; Proverbs 15:1·5; 2 Corinthians 13

Wisdom of Sirach 23:1-24:18; Psalm 71; Proverbs 14:31·36; 2 Corinthians 12

Wisdom of Sirach 21, 22; Psalm 70:14·24; Proverbs 14:26·30; 2 Corinthians 11:16·33

Wisdom of Sirach 19, 20; Psalm 70:1·13; Proverbs 14:21·25; 2 Corinthians 11:1·15

Wisdom of Sirach 17, 18; Psalm 69; Proverbs 14:16·20; 2 Corinthians 10

Wisdom of Sirach 15, 16; Psalm 68:21·37; Proverbs 14:11·15; 2 Corinthians 9

Wisdom of Sirach 13, 14; Psalm 68:1·20; Proverbs 14:6·10; 2 Corinthians 8

Wisdom of Sirach 11, 12; Psalm 67:21·36; Proverbs 14:1·5; 2 Corinthians 7

Wisdom of Sirach 9, 10; Psalm 67:1·20; Proverbs 13:22·27; 2 Corinthians 6

Wisdom of Sirach 7, 8; Psalm 66; Proverbs 13:16·21; 2 Corinthians 5

Wisdom of Sirach 5, 6; Psalm 65; Proverbs 13:11·15; 2 Corinthians 4

Sirach 24: 23-31; Luke 1: 26-38; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Wisdom of Sirach 3, 4; Psalm 64; Proverbs 13:6·10; 2 Corinthians 3

Dr. Karlo Broussard explores how Sirach, Hebrews, and Luke reveal the truth about indulgences, invoking saints, and how our works impact eternal salvation.

Episode 147: 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time Year C In today's episode, we focus on several details found within the readings for this upcoming 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C that have apologetical significance. The detail in the first reading, taken from Numbers 21:4b-9 comes up in discussions concerning having and venerating religious images. […]

Wisdom of Sirach 1, 2; Psalm 63; Proverbs 13:1·5; 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:17

Men, are you ready to transform your life by embracing the virtue that unlocks God's grace? From the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Dom delivers a powerful homily on humility, the foundational virtue that keeps us grounded as sons of God. Drawing from the Book of Sirach and the Eucharistic liturgy, Fr. Dom unpacks how humility shapes every aspect of our lives; work, family, and faith. He challenges you to pray daily, “Lord, humble me today,” to see reality through God's eyes and break free from the grip of pride. Tailored for men striving to live authentically Catholic lives, this homily explores how humility in the Mass, from kneeling in prayer to offering your struggles at the altar, leads to a deeper relationship with Christ. Whether you're battling pride or seeking spiritual strength, hit play to discover how to live humbly and find favor with God.Resources:- Book of Sirach (Scripture reference).- Matthew 5:8 (Beatitudes, Scripture reference).- Psalm 69:32 (Scripture reference).- James 4:6 (Scripture reference).- Diary of St. Faustina (source of “I Will Not Retreat” prayer).- Revelation Chapter 8 (Scripture reference to incense and prayers rising to heaven).Powerful Quotes1. “My child, conduct your affairs with humility and you will be loved more than a giver of gifts. Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God.”2. “Humility is necessary for climbing the spiritual mountain. Humility is necessary to have a relationship with the Lord, to be filled with spiritual richness, and to be guided by God.”3. “Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter unto my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.”Key Takeaway to Adapt Immediately:Pray daily, “Lord, humble me today,” to view your life through God's eyes, rooting out pride and aligning your heart with His will.#CatholicFaith#HumilityInFaith#CatholicMen#SpiritualGrowth#EucharisticLiturgy#LiveCatholic#FaithAndHumility#CatholicPodcast#ChristianMen#MassExplainedSend us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Dr. Tom Curran shares stories, quotes and insights on the virtue of humility. Tom recalls the moment that convicted him to pray for humility and reflects on Sirach 3: 17-20.

Fr. Ryan preached this homily on August 31, 2025. The readings are from Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29, Psalm 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11, Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a & Luke 14:1, 7-14. — Connect with us! Website: slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

In this episode, Jenna discusses the significance of Proverbs 31, focusing on the ideal wife and her contributions to the household. She contrasts this with the harsher views presented in Sirach 25, emphasizing the value and impact a wife has on her family. Jenna reflects on her own experiences and the importance of uplifting her household, while also acknowledging the challenges of balancing responsibilities. This episode encourages listeners to strive for the ideal wife as depicted in Proverbs 31, recognizing the worth of their contributions, no matter how small.

Sirach 31: 8-11; Luke 19: 12-26; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Preacher: The Rev. Cameron J. Soulis. Sirach 10:12-18, Psalm 112, Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16. Luke 14:1, 7-14.

Sirach 45: 1-6; Matthew 5: 43-48; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on August 31, 2025. The readings are from Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29, Psalm 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11, Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a & Luke 14:1, 7-14. — Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

Mass Readings for 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - August 31, 2025 Reading 1, Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11 Reading 2, Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24 Gospel, Luke 14:1, 7-14

Fr. Hezekias & Annie discuss Sirach's wisdom on humility and almsgiving, unravel Jesus' parable of the banquet, and contemplate Hebrews' promise of the heavenly Jerusalem—revealing how lowering ourselves and giving freely shapes true communion with God.

Sirach 3: 17-18, 20, 28-29; Hebrews 12: 18-19, 22-24; Luke 14: 1, 7-14; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Homily from the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Humility is nothing other than acknowledging and living the truth. Humility is not pretending to be someone other than we are. It is neither pretending to be better nor pretending to be worse than we are. But is the freedom and the joy of living the full truth about ourselves. Mass Readings from August 31, 2025: Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29 Psalm 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a Luke 14:1, 7-14

Discover how Sirach, Hebrews, & Luke reveal the truth about indulgences, invoking saints, & whether good works can merit eternal life.

Episode 145: 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C In today's episode, we look at three details that come from each of the readings for this upcoming 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C. The detail from the first reading, which is taken from Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29, relates to the topic of indulgences. The […]

It's the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they talk about Sirach and its place within Wisdom literature. Then, they talk about a call to humility in Hebrews and a Gospel parable about guests and seats of honor.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by FOCUS Retreats, empowering parishes and leaders to offer deeply Catholic, low-lift retreats that ignite discipleship, transform lives, and multiply the mission of Jesus Christ in the modern world.To learn more, visit focus.org/retreats/ to schedule a quick call with the retreats team at FOCUS.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:30Reading 1 - Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29Psalm 68: 4-7, 10-11Reading 2 - Hebrews 12: 18-19, 22-24aGospel - Luke 14: 1, 7-14 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe