Podcasts about Wisdom literature

King Solomon had unmatched wealth, 3,000 proverbs, and all the pleasures mortality could buy—yet in the end, he wrestled with the haunting realization that worldly pursuits are nothing but "vanity of vanities." If you've ever felt cynical, burned out by work, or wondered where true purpose is found, the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament holds the eternal answers you need. Summary: In this episode, we study Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon, examining the contrast between the actionable principles of Proverbs and the raw, existential realism of Ecclesiastes. Moving through practical daily adages, profound philosophical dilemmas, and ancient love poetry, we uncover what it truly means to "get wisdom" and build a life anchored in God. The Foundation of Knowledge: We analyze Proverbs 1–3, learning why the "fear of the Lord" is the true starting point of understanding, and what it means to trust God rather than leaning on our own limited perspective. Personified Wisdom: We explore the voice of "Mother Wisdom" (Sophia) in Proverbs 8–9, discovering her premortal presence alongside the Creator and her open invitation to feast at her table. The Strength of Womanhood: We deconstruct Proverbs 31, moving past cultural stereotypes to celebrate a woman of strength, entrepreneurship, wisdom, and charity who honors the Lord. The Preacher's Crisis: We walk through the "scriptural pessimism" of Ecclesiastes 1–11, testing pleasure, wealth, popularity, and intellectual accomplishment to see why none of them can satisfy the eternal soul. A Time for Every Purpose: We study the rhythmic seasons of life in Ecclesiastes 3, finding peace in the Swedish concept of lagom ("just the right amount") and learning to do our daily homework while leaving the exam grades to God. The Whole Duty of Man: We arrive at the climax of Ecclesiastes 12:13—"Fear God, and keep his commandments"—and discover how the Song of Solomon points our deepest devotions toward the pure love of Jesus Christ. Call-to-Action: In Proverbs 3:5–6, we are invited to acknowledge God in all our ways so He can direct our paths. In what area of your life are you currently tempted to lean on your own understanding instead of trusting the Lord? Share your thoughts and favorite proverbs in the comments below! To keep your spiritual foundations deep and "Unshaken," please like, subscribe, and share this video! Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to Proverbs 9:34 The Beginning of Wisdom (chp. 1-2) 21:36 Trust in the Lord (3) 36:03 Choosing the Right Woman (4-5) 45:23 Ants, Deadly Sins, & Rivers of Fire (6-7) 59:29 Sophia as Mother in Heaven (8) 1:16:17 Wisdom Compared to Foolishness (10-12) 1:29:14 Riches, Pride, Goals, Children, & Strife (13-15) 1:44:11 Hearts, Highways, Self-Discipline, Friends, & Fools (16-18) 1:57:58 Gifts, Loans, Parenting, Wine, Work, & Deep Water (19-20) 2:12:41 Peace, Generosity, Consecration, & Conservatism (21-22) 2:22:54 Deceitful Meat, Alcoholism, Adversity, & Sweetness (23-24) 2:34:40 Hot Coals & Cold Water, to Mock or Not to Mock (25-27) 2:48:53 Wickedness, Repentance, Leadership, & Contentment (28-30) 2:59:17 A Virtuous Woman (31) 3:23:00 Introduction to Ecclesiastes 3:35:51 All Is Vanity 3:48:23 To Everything There Is a Season 3:56:24 No Escape from the Grave 4:03:23 Open Your Ears More than Your Mouth 4:12:09 What's the Point? 4:23:07 No Labor in the Grave 4:33:46 The Conclusion of the Whole Matter 4:39:30 Song of Solomon 4:46:37 A Song of Love 5:01:22 Fair as the Moon, Clear as the Sun 5:07:00 Conclusion

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes (00:00) Proverbs and Ecclesiastes are sometimes referred to as “Wisdom Literature.” These texts may have developed during the period of the monarchy. Proverbs shows some Egyptian influence.(07:44) The big picture of Proverbs: Do I seek wisdom? Wisdom is portrayed as feminine and is a Tree of Life to all who lay hold upon her.(24:04) The Wisdom Tradition clarifies the difference between the wise person and the fool. Many parallels exist between Nephi and Proverbs, as Nephi was trained in the Wisdom Tradition.(31:00) Truth and goodness are found in so many religions and cultures. We can cultivate holy envy and compare bests with bests when discussing other religious traditions.(34:22) The “Strange Woman” described in Proverbs can be seen as a type of the evils mankind should avoid, as her paths lead to death.(35:24) Whoever finds wisdom finds life unto their soul. Wisdom speaks of her companionship with God during the creation.(44:44) Who can find a virtuous woman? This can be interpreted as finding wisdom or as being a woman of strength and power.(48:57) The dominant theme in Ecclesiastes is that all is vanity or “hevel”, meaning that everything on this earth is temporary and fleeting. A valuable lesson we can take from this is to focus our time and energy on what matters most.(54:03) The authorship of Ecclesiastes is traditionally attributed to Solomon, but can also be dated to a later time period.(1:03:01) Ecclesiastes 12 contains evidence of a later editor reshaping the final message of the book, where it is concluded that the only activity of lasting and permanent value comes from obedience to God's commandments. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 388 | Proverbs; Ecclesiastes, Come Follow Me 2026 (Sept 7-13) appeared first on Talking Scripture.

Join us for a workshop on Isaiah for as low as $39. For more information email TheScripturesAreReal@gmail.comJoin us for fantastic content on our Patreon website: https://www.patreon.com/c/EnlightenEdgeEDU . This week on Patreon Kerry discusses how Proverbs and other Israelite Wisdom Literature are similar to and different from other cultures around them, and how the difference is the key and will bring us power in our lives. They specifically look at what it means to fear the Lord, what that should look like in our lives, and how it and trusting in God rather than man can make a divine difference in our lives.Join us for an incredible cruise with amazing spiritual momentum where you hear from Elaine Dalton, myself, Jasen Wade, Kirby Heyborne, Jenny Oaks Baker, Nathan Pacheco, and more. During July you can get $250 off for the second person, and $50 of for each person with the discount code KERRY. Go to https://www.goanddotravel.com/momentum-27-west-2 and join right away!In this episode Kerry and Dr. Josh Matson discuss Wisdom Literature in general and what we can get out of it and how. Then Kerry and Dr. Michael Biggerstaff talk about Proverbs in general and the major themes and what the book says about itself and how to gain from it. They discuss the theme of fear of the Lord in the book of Proverbs, as well as the theme of wisdom. They help us understand what it may really mean. They dive into how wisdom from God makes us and then makes a difference in our lives, and how God's patience and longsuffering with us is shown in the Book of Proverbs. Then Rabbi Joe Charnes joins the podcast to go a bit more into depth with Proverbs 1 and Proverbs 15. They look at a Jewish point of view of wisdom and how we can be guided more deeply by gaining wisdom from Proverbs and Wisdom Literature in general. Finally Kerry explains what is happening in Ecclesiastes and how it teaches us about the emphasis we should have in life and the need to think celestial and put the eternal first and spend only appropriate time on the fleeting, or the things of the world. We are grateful for our executive producers, P. Franzen, J. Parke, D. Watson, B. Van Blerkom, the Dawsons, M. Cannon, M. Rosema, B. Fisher, J. Beardall, D. Anderson, M. Zitar, J. Edwards, A. Dixon, T. Cottrell, and H. Umphlett, and for all our generous and loyal donors. We are also very grateful for all our Patreon members. We are so thankful for Beehive Broadcast for producing the podcast and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

In our final class on both the Song of Songs and the Old Testament Wisdom Literature, we look at the final verses of Song of Songs (8:5-end). We look at the Bride's final advice to "the others." The reasons for marriage given in the Prayer Book and historic Christian teaching, and close with some questions of application.

In Song of Songs 6:3-8:3, we see the Couple come together again in the climax of their story. Mr. Jaden Weatherly (one of our seminarians) leads this class.

In Song of Songs 5:2-6:3, we see the Bride's second dream, reflecting some problems in the new marriage. She justifies her love to the “Daughters of Israel” and finds her beloved in the Garden of Love

We continue our discussion of the Song of Songs with the wedding and the consummation of the relationship (Song of Songs 3:6-5:1).

We contininue or study of the Song of Songs with chapters 2:8-3:5. We discuss the poetic imagery of the text, the disciplined separation between the lovers, the promise made, and the cautious refrain.

Mr. Jaden Weatherly (one of our new seminarians) takes up the class, discussing the Song's initial themes of anxious longings, reciprocated longings, and the blossoming of the relationship. We end with a further discussion on the typology and allegory from the Fathers.

We begin the last section in our longrunning series on the Wisdom Literature with an introduction to the Song of Songs. We discuss our interprative approach, how the Song of Songs fits into the rest of the Wisdom Literature, why we see it as "Solomonic" but not necessarily *about* Solomon, and some tips for getting the most out of Song of Songs.

What does it mean to live a life well? Psalm 90 is a prayer that speaks honestly about the shortness of life, the seriousness of sin, and the pain of living in a broken world. It reminds us that God has been the dwelling place of His people in every generation and invites us to pray, “Teach us to number our days, that we may get a heart of wisdom.” In this message from the Invitations From God in the Psalms series, we explore how Psalm 90 helps us face life honestly. Our days are limited. Our world is broken by sin. Our pain is real. But God is eternal, faithful, merciful, and near. This sermon looks at God's eternal nature, our fallen nature, and the hope of redemption in Jesus Christ. Psalm 90 ultimately points us to Jesus, the second Adam, who came to reverse the curse of sin, defeat death, and begin the restoration of all things.

We conclude our section on Ecclesiastes with taking another look at the issues of Mortality, discussing "casting your bread on the waters," and Qohelet's own concluding remarks. Then we sum up Ecclesiastes and talk about New Testament perspectives.

What if many of us have been taught to read the Bible in a way it was never meant to be read? In this special live event recorded by Upper House, BibleProject co-founder Tim Mackie returns to Madison — the city where he earned his PhD in Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies at UW–Madison and pastored at Blackhawk Church — to share the story behind one of the most widely used Bible-teaching resources in the world.Tim traces the origins of BibleProject to a coffee-shop conversation with his old college friend Jon Collins, a successful maker of animated explainer videos who had quietly become a “post-Bible Christian.” Their shared question — how do you engage Scripture well? — became the heartbeat of the project. Tim contrasts the “reference book” Bible many of us inherited (turn to the right verse, find the answer) with a richer vision of Scripture as ancient Jewish literary art designed to form wise, mature human beings over a lifetime.Along the way, he unpacks seven core convictions that have guided BibleProject from the beginning — three about where the Bible comes from, and four about what it is for — closing with the practice of meditation (the Hebrew hagah) and an invitation to try again with Scripture, whatever your history with it.Whether you've loved the Bible, struggled with it, or aren't sure what to make of it, this conversation offers a fresh invitation to see Scripture as a unified, beautiful, and transformative story that leads to Jesus.The Seven Convictions (At a Glance)Where the Bible is from:Collaborative literature — human authors and God's Spirit meeting, not passive dictation.Unified literature — one interconnected story leading to Jesus.Ancient literature — written for us, but not to us; context matters.What the Bible is for:Messianic literature — every theme sets up and finds fulfillment in Jesus.Communal literature — designed to be read aloud together over a lifetime.Wisdom literature — forming us to discern good from bad, not just memorize answers.Meditation literature — hagah: slow, repeated reading that rewards a lifetime of return.About the GuestTim Mackie is co-founder and lead scholar of BibleProject. He holds a PhD in Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a degree in theology from Western Seminary in Portland. His research focused on the manuscript history of the Bible and the formation of the biblical canon — including his dissertation on the book of Ezekiel, with particular attention to the Septuagint and Dead Sea Scrolls. After years of ministry as a local-church pastor (including at Madison's Blackhawk Church and later Door of Hope in Portland) and as a professor at Western Seminary, Tim now serves as lead scholar and creative director at BibleProject. He lives in Portland with his wife, Jessica, and their two sons.https://bibleproject.com/ Send us Fan MailCONNECT WITH USSubscribe to The UpWords Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts and visit slbf.org/studio to learn more about our work at the intersection of faith, the academy, and the marketplace.This episode was created by the SLBF STUDIO at Upper House.Produced by Daniel Johnson and Dave ConourEdited by Dave Conour

Mr. AJ Ellis continues our study in Ecclesiastes with chapters 9 & 10. We see some familiar themes with the universal end of all things, and more of the “nothing is better” statements, followed by a parable and some proverbial poetry as Qohelet begins to wind down the book.

This message emphasizes the profound power of words, drawing wisdom from the book of Proverbs and connecting it to the teachings of Jesus. Will Dyer highlights that words can either build up or destroy, shaping the world around us and leaving lasting impacts on people's lives. Through personal stories and scriptural references, the message urges listeners to be mindful of their speech, recognizing that every conversation plants seeds—either for good or harm. The message calls for self-reflection, encouraging everyone to ask whether their words give life, bring healing, and promote peace, not only in face-to-face interactions but also in digital communication. Ultimately, it reminds the audience that, just as God created the world with words and speaks forgiveness and love over us, we too are called to use our words to reflect Jesus' wisdom, grace, and love, choosing to build others up and foster a more compassionate world.

CCEF's second distinctive states: "Scripture comes from the mouth of God." But what does that mean for everyday ministry, counseling, and relationships? In this episode, Gunner Gundersen is joined by Jonathan Holmes and Aaron Sironi to discuss how God's Word does more than provide answers—it shapes the way we listen, care, pray, discern, and walk alongside others. Together they explore how Scripture forms our priorities in counseling, helps us understand people, and serves as the lens through which we interpret both life and the world around us. The conversation also considers the richness of Scripture's many genres—from the Psalms and Wisdom Literature to the Gospels and Song of Songs—and how each uniquely equips us to care for others. Along the way, they reflect on parenting, marriage counseling, personal devotional life, and the indispensable role of Scripture in the life of the local church. Mentioned in this episode: Register for our conference at ccef.org/nc26 Learn more about our video series that equips churches to wisely handle domestic abuse: ccef.org/becoming-a-refuge Learn more about CCEF's Seven Distinctives Listen to Part 1: "The Personal God Gets Personal with Us"

Wisdom Literature - Week 2 of 17 The purpose of this series is to help our church learn how to live well in God's world. The wisdom books speak honestly about life—decisions, disappointments, relationships, suffering, love, and worship. Together they give us a sophisticated account of human experience and teach us how to trust God in every season of life. Throughout this series, we will explore how Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job, Song of Songs, and Psalms offer different perspectives on life. These books do not provide simple answers, but they invite us into a conversation about what it means to live faithfully in God's world. June 14, 2026 Speaker: Lead Pastor Steve Atkins

We continue in our study of Ecclesiastes with chapter 7. We discuss the importance of a name, Qohelet's claim that sorrow is better than mirth, and what it means to not be "overly righteous." Note: we didn't make it to chapter 8!

Wisdom Literature - Week 1 of 17 The purpose of this series is to help our church learn how to live well in God's world. The wisdom books speak honestly about life—decisions, disappointments, relationships, suffering, love, and worship. Together they give us a sophisticated account of human experience and teach us how to trust God in every season of life. Throughout this series, we will explore how Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job, Song of Songs, and Psalms offer different perspectives on life. These books do not provide simple answers, but they invite us into a conversation about what it means to live faithfully in God's world. June 7, 2026 Speaker: Lead Pastor Steve Atkins Used with permission. CCLI Streaming License: 20979318

Was Joseph Smith restoring more than early Christianity? In this episode, Maxine Hanks explores Mormonism as a wisdom tradition—one rooted in revelation, spiritual vision, Sophia wisdom, apocryphal texts, and direct connection with the divine.Together, Meghan and Maxine discuss Gnostic Christianity, the role of women in early Christianity and early Mormonism, Joseph Smith's engagement with wisdom literature, the First Vision as a wisdom-seeking event, and why many of the truths people search for outside Mormonism may already exist within the Restoration.If you're interested in Mormon mysticism, esoteric Christianity, Sophia, Mary Magdalene, continuing revelation, and the deeper dimensions of the Restoration, this conversation offers a compelling framework for reexamining LDS origins. Timestamps00:00 Intro & Pentecost Themes 02:40 Why Maxine Calls Mormonism a Wisdom Tradition 08:30 Early Christianity & LDS Restoration Parallels 18:00 Women, Priesthood & the Elect Lady 27:00 What Is a Wisdom Tradition? 37:00 Vision Traditions, Mysticism & Revelation 48:00 Esoteric vs. Exoteric Religion 58:00 Apocrypha, Wisdom Literature & Sacred Texts 1:08:00 Joseph Smith, Wisdom of Solomon & the First Vision 1:16:00 Nested Levels of Spiritual Truth 1:20:00 Gnostic Themes in Mormon Theology 1:28:00 Hugh Nibley & Rediscovering Ancient WisdomMaxine Hanks is a Mormon theologian, historian, author, and researcher known for her work on women in Mormonism, early Christianity, mysticism, Gnostic traditions, and Mormon theology. Her scholarship frequently explores the intersections of restoration theology, spiritual experience, the divine feminine, and religious history.Links Mentioned Hidden Wisdom App  Wayfair Festival (Faith Matters) - July 11th, Heber UT The Way of Healing: Restoring Wholeness to the Soul Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Join for FREE and enjoy pathway programs, community, expansive library, and more!

Mr. AJ Ellis continues in Ecclesiastes with a discussion on wordy prayers, the problem of injustice, and the deceitfulness of riches.

Join Rod Hembree and Janice on Bible Discovery TV as they delve into the Book of Job, exploring the trials and tribulations faced by Job. Learn about the nature of suffering, the role of faith, and how the wisdom literature books—Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes—offer a comprehensive understanding of reality. This episode also touches on the importance of compassion and mercy, illustrating lessons through Job's experiences and how they relate to modern faith practices.

Send us Fan MailThe Wisdom Books—Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon—teach God's people how to live with wisdom, fear the Lord, and trust Him in every season of life. These books address suffering, worship, righteousness, love, justice, and the meaning of life. They show that earthly life includes both joy and hardship and repeatedly call people to trust God rather than rely on what they see. The Wisdom Literature reveals that true wisdom begins with fearing the Lord and living according to His truth.Support the showStay engaged with new and up-to-date content, including newsletters, articles, podcasts, etc. Download the Teach Me the Bible App from any app store or Apple TV/Roku device.

Fr. Isaac continues our discussion of Ecclesiastes with chapter three and … part… of chapter four. We discuss understanding the time, work, and earthly injustice.

Mr. AJ Ellis leads a discussion of the first two chapters of Ecclesiastes, talking about the need to ruminate on the riddles of this text, and how we often don't fully “get it” until we look back on it.

We begin our series on Ecclesiastes, giving a general overview of the book. For this fourth section of our classes on the Old Testament Wisdom Literature, Fr. Isaac is joined by AJ, one of our diaconal postulants.

Should we listen to the advice of people who do not walk with God? We'll discuss this and more as we dive into Psalm 1 and see the profound, life-guiding gems this psalm has to offer us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    What did the podcast say about the general structure to the Book of Psalms? Look over your own Bible; how does it format and organize the psalms to reflect some of this structure? 2.    The podcast explained that the Book of Psalms is often classified as "Wisdom Literature". How does this genre help us understand how the psalms are arranged and what they are intended to accomplish?  3.    Glance over Psalm 1 again. Why do you think this psalm is presented first in this book? What does its position show us about its importance?  4.    The podcast pointed out that there is a significant difference between not walking in the counsel of the wicked, versus not walking according to wicked counsel. What is this distinction and what difference does it make? How might a person be tempted to only avoid counsel that is "wicked" versus avoiding counsel given by the "wicked"?  5.    Likewise, in verse 1, who are the wicked? In our own society, who are these people? Have you ever received counsel that might have seemed good, but you avoided it specifically because it came from a person who was not walking with God?  6.    What does verse 1 mean by NOT "standing in the path of sinners?" If we were to go down this path, to what "end" would we be advancing towards?  7.    How does the concept of "sitting in the seat of scoffers" build upon the idea of walking in the counsel of the wicked or standing in the path of sinners? What are these people scoffing at? Why would it be spiritually detrimental to listen to these kinds of people?  8.    What does the blessed person do in verse 2? What is their delight? What do they love? What do they fill their mind with? 9.    How does verse 3 characterize God's blessings being like a tree planted by water? If a tree thrives in a hot dry climate, what can we be sure is happening below the surface of the soil? 10.    What does verse 4 say about the way of the wicked? What does it mean to blow away like chaff? What blows away?  11.    In verse 5, what does it mean that the wicked will not stand in judgment? Why not? 12.    According to verse 6, what does the Lord know? What does this tell us about His knowledge? Why is this important to remember when facing difficult decisions?  13.    When you think about the principles of Psalm 1, do you believe them? How are they currently being reflected in your life? Are there any changes you need to make in light of this teaching?  Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.   

We conclude our study of Proverbs with chapter 31, looking at the sayings of an otherwise unknown king and an acrostic poem about the virtuous wife.

The book of Ecclesiastes has puzzled readers for millennia with its unflinching observations about absurdity, meaninglessness, vanity, and futility. Biblical scholar Jesse Peterson joins Evan Rosa to discuss his book, Qoheleth and the Philosophy of Value, bringing contemporary philosophy into dialogue with this ancient text and reflecting on what happens when a sage confronts the gap between expectation and reality. "Can you view your work, your toil, not just as a means to a further end? Can you rather turn to simply enjoy the work itself?" Together they discuss the distinction between meaning and value, why Qoheleth denies lasting significance while affirming joy, the harm of death and the death of memory, Ecclesiastes and Camus's absurdism, and the book's surprising message about enjoyment as an intrinsic good. Episode Highlights "I think what's at the heart of the Book of Ecclesiastes is just to say, maybe not, maybe there isn't a direct line between what you do and what the result will be." "It's not just that you'll physically die, but meaning that you've accrued in your life, if there was such a thing, that dies with you." "In this moment of working on what I'm working on, whatever it is, I am fully alive." "You have a little piece of the pie, and just own it. Absorb yourself into whatever that may be." "Can you view your work, your toil, not just as a means to a further end? Can you rather turn to simply enjoy the work itself?" About Jesse Peterson Jesse Peterson is an Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies in the School of Theology and Honors Program at George Fox University. He previously taught at Purdue University, Fordham University, and St. John's University. He earned a PhD in Hebrew Bible from Durham University (UK), an MDiv from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a BA in music and Jewish studies from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. His work on Ecclesiastes has appeared in Harvard Theological Review, Vetus Testamentum, and the Journal of Theological Studies. He is the author of Qoheleth and the Philosophy of Value (Cambridge University Press). Helpful Links and Resources Qoheleth and the Philosophy of Value, by Jesse Peterson https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/qoheleth-and-the-philosophy-of-value/877B040C17EE8B9DD60174DEC7C306F7 Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202 Featured music by the Jesse Peterson Quartet https://jessepetersonquartet.bandcamp.com/album/man-of-the-earth Show Notes The most philosophical book in the Bible Bringing Ecclesiastes into dialogue with contemporary philosophy of value Jaco Gericke's Hebrew Bible and Philosophy of Religion as catalyst Authorship: why scholars date Ecclesiastes to the 3rd century BCE The Solomonic persona and the epilogue problem Amal (toil) and yitron (gain): does life add up? Qoheleth as businessman: commercial language for philosophy Three theories of meaning: subjectivism, consequentialism, intersubjectivism "Maybe there isn't a direct line between what you do and what the result will be" Brueggemann's orientation, disorientation, new orientation The absurd: expectation vs. reality, linking Qoheleth to Camus "Meaning that you've accrued in your life, if there was such a thing, that dies with you" The same fate for all: wise and foolish, human and animal Epicurus and the harm of death Hebrew anthropology: dust plus life-breath, no afterlife The carpe diem passages: "Go eat your bread with joy" Joy as robust, not narcotic—enjoying toil as an end in itself "In this moment of working on what I'm working on, I am fully alive" Csikszentmihalyi's Flow and the autotelic experience "Just own it. Absorb yourself into whatever that may be." #Ecclesiastes #Qoheleth #PhilosophyOfValue #MeaningInLife #BiblicalStudies #HebrewBible #WisdomLiterature #CarpeDiem #Absurdity #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld Production Notes This podcast featured Jesse Peterson Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

We continue in our discussion of the Book of Proverbs by looking at Chapter 30, and the humble wisdom of the otherwise unknown Agur son of Jakeh.

We continue our discussion of Proverbs with an overview of chapters 10-16, getting into some of the individual proverbs attributed to Solomon.

We conclude our discussion of the introductory chapters of proverbs by looking at the call of wisdom and the call of folly from Proverbs 9.

We continue our discusson of the Book of Proverbs with Chapter 3. We discuss the father's fourth appeal (Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart), the blessings for finding wisdom, and the father's fifth appeal (Guard Widsom).

We begin to dig into Proverbs by discussing its prologue, the Father's First Appeal, and Wisdom's First Appeal from Chapter 1.

We begin our journey through the Book of Proverbs by discussing the genre, a basic outline, and the how the Gospel is shown in Proverbs.

Listen to this week's sermon, Winter Wisdom: How We Spend Our Time preached by Pastoral Resident Kenneth Dyches from Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, 3:11.

Join us as we enjoy Him together! Matt teaches on Wisdom Literature and the 'Blessed' Life. 

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, I'm calling out a problem no one wants to confront: the normalization of partying, drinking, and casual sex especially among so-called “conservative influencers.”You cannot claim to defend Western Civilization while publicly celebrating the very behaviors that destroyed past civilizations. Conservatism without morality is just aesthetic rebellion.We don't need more clout, cocktails, or compromised values. We need a return to godliness, self-discipline, and moral responsibility because the future generations watching us will inherit whatever standard we tolerate today.If we want to save the West, we have to get serious about being truly Christian again.--https://www.bible.com/

We conclude our survey of individual Psalms with the Venite, Psalm 95. We discuss its Old Testament allusions, how it is used by the New Testament in an allusion, and some liturgical matters.

The TCG Article on Psalm 119The Themelios Article on the Structure of the Book of Psalms

We continue our Psalms study by looking at Psalms 23 and 51, two of the most beloved Psalms. The Way of the Shepherd (the book referenced by Fr. Zac) can be found here.

We continue our discussion of the book of Psalms by looking at Psalm 22. We discuss David's persecution, the poetry, and the Messianic significance.

We begin to dig into the Psalms with a discussion on Psalms 1 and 2. We talk about the Blessed Man, the Raging of the Nations, and God's King.

We introduce the book of psalms, discussing Hebrew Poetry in general, the organization of the Psalter, and how to get the most out of the Psalms.

For her daily devotions, Julie began singing the Scriptures. “As I sang, my heart and mind actually began to do and believe what I was singing about!” Through vocalizing God’s Word in song, Julie wanted His truth to shed light on the things she disliked about herself, such as her voice and her height. She said: “I began to sing from Song of Solomon 1:5: ‘Dark I am, yet lovely.’ ” (In that agrarian culture, a woman tanned by the sun wasn’t seen as beautiful.) Singing this Scripture passage, God changed her thoughts. Suddenly she understood: “God loves me even though I am not perfect.” Julie sang from a beautiful poem from the Old Testament’s Wisdom Literature. Some people interpret the Song of Songs as an allegory of God’s love for His people, but many view it as a celebration of marital love. In witnessing the beauty of the couple’s commitment to each other, we can echo the friends’ words: “We rejoice and delight in you; we will praise your love more than wine” (v. 4). However we interpret these ancient words, we can affirm with Julie that God revels in His chosen people. As He says elsewhere in the Old Testament: “You are precious and honored in my sight, and . . . I love you” (Isaiah 43:4).

Series: Q & A LessonsService: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Josh McKibben

The Bible has a great deal to say about wisdom and how much we ought to value and seek it. In fact, there is a whole category of books in the Bible that we often refer to as "Wisdom Literature." One of these books is the book of Job, and near the middle of the book, in chapter 28, Job gives some very interesting reflections on the topic of wisdom. Quite interestingly, this unique chapter actually provides a great summary of many of the most important themes of wisdom that we find in other books of the Bible like the book of Proverbs. In this episode, I highlight 3 things about wisdom from Job 28.#1 - The Value of Wisdom#2 - The Source of Wisdom#3 - The Beginning of WisdomThis episode is a sermon preached by Jackson Hankey at a Christian Drug & Alcohol Treatment Program in Fargo, ND.

The book of Job is included in that section of the Bible titled “Wisdom Literature” for a reason.