Podcasts about Wisdom literature

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! 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.   

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Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Ecclesiastes 7Ecclesiastes 8Ecclesiastes 9Ecclesiastes 10Ecclesiastes 11-12For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Sometimes the practical nature of the book doesn't seem "spiritual" enough to be part of the Bible. Verses addressing laziness and hard work, or not co-signing on debt can feel too worldly or practical, but in fact the great insight Proverbs gives us is how innately spiritual every day is. If God created the world, and He did, then it would make sense that God has something to say about how to best live and thrive in it. Proverbs and the Wisdom Literature explores that with one important caveat. Proverbs must be understood rightly. Wisdom literature offers principles not promises. Discover what that means, and how Proverbs offers a Godly skill for living.   WAYS TO LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE:

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Sometimes the practical nature of the book doesn't seem "spiritual" enough to be part of the Bible. Verses addressing laziness and hard work, or not co-signing on debt can feel too worldly or practical, but in fact the great insight Proverbs gives us is how innately spiritual every day is. If God created the world, and He did, then it would make sense that God has something to say about how to best live and thrive in it. Proverbs and the Wisdom Literature explores that with one important caveat. Proverbs must be understood rightly. Wisdom literature offers principles not promises. Discover what that means, and how Proverbs offers a Godly skill for living.   WAYS TO LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE:

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Ecclesiastes 1Ecclesiastes 2-3Ecclesiastes 4Ecclesiastes 5Ecclesiastes 6For more information, please see the Reading Plan

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Teacher: Daniel HopkinsChurch Services: Bible Class - 9:30 - 10:15 Sunday Morning Worship Service - 10:30 - 11:30 Sunday Evening Worship Service - 6 - 7 Wednesday Evening Bible Study - 6 - 7 Stanford, Kentucky

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 38Job 39Job 40Job 41Job 42 Show NotesWas Leviathan Real?Leviathan: Legend, Croc, or Something Else?Tracking Down LeviathanFor more information, please see the Reading Plan

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 32Job 33Job 34Job 35Job 36-37 For more information, please see the Reading Plan

The books of the Hebrew Bible known as "wisdom literature" — Proverbs, Job and Ecclesiastes — are a strange fit for the biblical canon. They're ahistorical (not interested in Israel's history) and areligious (not interested in God, covenants, the temple or any other pillars of Israelite religion). So where did these funky books come from and how did they find their way into the Bible? Our guest Stuart Weeks is here with some answers! Stuart is a scholar of ancient Israelite wisdom literature and recently published an impressive, two-volume study of Ecclesiastes. Ecclesiastes 1-5: A Critical and Exegetical CommentaryEcclesiastes 5-12: A Critical and Exegetical CommentarySUPPORT BIBLICAL TIME MACHINEIf you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting the show through the Time Travelers Club, our Patreon. We are an independent, listener-supported show (no ads!), so please help us continue to showcase high-quality biblical scholarship with a monthly subscription.DOWNLOAD OUR STUDY GUIDE: MARK AS ANCIENT BIOGRAPHYCheck out our 4-part audio study guide called "The Gospel of Mark as an Ancient Biography." While you're there, get yourself a Biblical Time Machine mug or a cool sticker for your water bottle.Support the showTheme music written and performed by Dave Roos

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Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 27Job 28Job 29Job 30Job 31 For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 22Job 23Job 24Job 25Job 26 For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Welcome to another Classical Essentials, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! Over the years, we've had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we're bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful.Why should Christian students read pagan books? Wouldn't it be safer to stick to Christian authors? Shouldn't we only fill our children's minds with explicitly biblical works? These are common concerns among parents and educators, and in this episode, Dr. Louis Markos offers a compelling answer.Many of history's greatest books—from Homer to Plato to Virgil—were written by pre-Christian authors. Yet, these works wrestle with profound questions about virtue, truth, and human nature—questions that ultimately point to Christ. Rather than being a threat to faith, these books can deepen a student's understanding of God's truth and equip them to engage thoughtfully with today's secular world.

Episode 111Michael and Zach discuss wrap up their discussion on the wisdom literature in the Old Testament.Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/216251748555634Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/rvUJElNGgGEMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

February 23, 2025Pastor Scott PolingScripture used: Ecclesiastes 3:1, 4; Ecclesiastes 7:2-4; Proverbs 14:10; Romans 12:15; Proverbs 25:20; Proverbs 14:13; Proverbs 15:11; 1 Kings 8:38-39; Psalm 34:17-18; Hebrews 4:15-16; Proverbs 15:15; Proverbs 13:12; Ecclesiastes 1:18; Proverbs 18:14; Proverbs 15:13; Genesis 40:6-7; Proverbs 12:18; Galatians 5:22-23a; Proverbs 25:11; Proverbs 12:25; Proverbs 15:30; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4; Matthew 5:4; Ecclesiastes 11:10; Proverbs 17:22; Nehemiah 8:10b; Philippians 4:4-5; Galatians 5:22a,b; Proverbs 15:1q5; Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 8:28-29a UNDERSTAND SADNESS – Navigating the Sea of Sorrow Choose Acceptance Expect Loneliness Recognize Causes Understand Insights Help Others Help Yourself

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 15Job 16-17Job 18Job 19Job 20-21For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Ecclesiastes 9:11-12The pursuit of success can drag you down and lead you away from God's Word and Spirit. Only by stepping away from life's rat race will you begin to experience real success and satisfaction on God's terms.

Episode 109Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Job.Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/29251751354275Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/ZGgqV2DxgSYMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 9-10Job 11Job 12Job 13Job 14For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Episode 107Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Ecclesiastes.Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/2225180324037Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/FtkGacEuOq8Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

Living In The Word #RTTBROS #Nightlight Living in the Word: A 30-Day Challenge to Transform Your Bible Reading "I have more wisdom than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation." - Psalm 119:99 Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to read through the Bible? Or perhaps you start Genesis with good intentions but get stuck in Leviticus? Today, I want to share a remarkable Bible reading system that has transformed countless lives, including its creator who went from being a new believer to a respected Bible teacher without any formal training. The system is beautifully simple yet profound: read 10 chapters per day, one from each of 10 different lists. Each list contains different types of biblical books - Gospels, Law, Psalms, Wisdom Literature, etc. By reading across these different sections daily, something amazing happens - Scripture begins to interpret Scripture in fresh ways. You'll start seeing connections you never noticed before, like the parallels between Ecclesiastes and 2 Corinthians, or how Deuteronomy illuminates Matthew. Don't let the "10 chapters" intimidate you! Most people complete their daily reading in about 35-40 minutes, and your speed naturally improves over time. The goal isn't deep study of each verse, but rather to let God's Word wash over you consistently, creating a framework for deeper understanding. Challenge: Will you commit to trying this system for just 30 days? Here's what you'll experience: - A fresh perspective on familiar passages - Unexpected connections across Scripture - Growing confidence in your Bible knowledge - Most importantly, a deeper relationship with God through His Word Remember, this isn't about checking boxes or feeling guilty if you miss a day. It's about developing a habit of dwelling richly in God's Word. As Professor Horner, the system's creator, experienced - a well-worn Bible often reflects a well-nourished soul. Prayer: Lord, give us a hunger for Your Word and the discipline to feast on it daily. Help us commit to this challenge not out of duty, but out of desire to know You more deeply through Your Word. Amen. Ready to start? Download the 10 lists and place your bookmarks. Your journey to a deeper walk with God through His Word begins today! Find the backstory on how the plan was created and the 10 lists here. https://sohmer.net/media/professor_grant_horners_bible_reading_system.pdf Online Text version https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-reading-plan/prof-horners-reading-system.html Audio version I'm using the Bible App by YouVersion.com. Download it now for your mobile device. https://app.bible.com/FCPc/ilyCM8GCtC?add_friend_id=17831880 Search for Plan "Prof Horner's Bible Reading System" Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe it helps get the word out. https://linktr.ee/rttbros

Misty Creek Youth Alpha Sunday SchoolFebruary 9, 2025: a lesson about Biblical wisdom literatureSenior Pastor: Stephen Streett

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Job 3Job 4-5Job 6Job 7Job 8Show Notes:Was Leviathan Real?Leviathan: Legend, Croc, or Something Else?Tracking Down LeviathanShiva: What You Need to KnowFor more information, please see the Reading Plan

Episode 105 Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Proverbs again. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/126251750224982 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/HDpZTKNThS8 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠ License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8 Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Proverbs 30Proverbs 311 Kings 3Job 1Job 2Show Notes:The Nature of Hebrew PoetryFor more information, please see the Reading Plan

Episode 103 Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Proverbs. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/119251842254594 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/jitZttW-YNo Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠ License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8 Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

PSALM 37 1 Fret not yourself because of evildoers;     be not envious of wrongdoers! 2 For they will soon fade like the grass     and wither like the green herb. 3 Trust in the Lord, and do good;     dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself in the Lord,     and he will give you the desires of your heart. 5 Commit your way to the Lord;     trust in him, and he will act. 6 He will bring forth your righteousness as the light,     and your justice as the noonday. 7 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him;     fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way,     over the man who carries out evil devices! 8 Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath!     Fret not yourself; it tends only to evil. 9 For the evildoers shall be cut off,     but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land. 10 In just a little while, the wicked will be no more;     though you look carefully at his place, he will not be there. 11 But the meek shall inherit the land     and delight themselves in abundant peace. 12 The wicked plots against the righteous     and gnashes his teeth at him, 13 but the Lord laughs at the wicked,     for he sees that his day is coming. 14 The wicked draw the sword and bend their bows     to bring down the poor and needy,     to slay those whose way is upright; 15 their sword shall enter their own heart,     and their bows shall be broken. 16 Better is the little that the righteous has     than the abundance of many wicked. 17 For the arms of the wicked shall be broken,     but the Lord upholds the righteous. 18 The Lord knows the days of the blameless,     and their heritage will remain forever; 19 they are not put to shame in evil times;     in the days of famine they have abundance. 20 But the wicked will perish;     the enemies of the Lord are like the glory of the pastures;     they vanish—like smoke they vanish away. 21 The wicked borrows but does not pay back,     but the righteous is generous and gives; 22 for those blessed by the Lord shall inherit the land,     but those cursed by him shall be cut off. 23 The steps of a man are established by the Lord,     when he delights in his way; 24 though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong,     for the Lord upholds his hand. 25 I have been young, and now am old,     yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken     or his children begging for bread. 26 He is ever lending generously,     and his children become a blessing. 27 Turn away from evil and do good;     so shall you dwell forever. 28 For the Lord loves justice;     he will not forsake his saints. They are preserved forever,     but the children of the wicked shall be cut off. 29 The righteous shall inherit the land     and dwell upon it forever. 30 The mouth of the righteous utters wisdom,     and his tongue speaks justice. 31 The law of his God is in his heart;     his steps do not slip. 32 The wicked watches for the righteous     and seeks to put him to death. 33 The Lord will not abandon him to his power     or let him be condemned when he is brought to trial. 34 Wait for the Lord and keep his way,     and he will exalt you to inherit the land;     you will look on when the wicked are cut off. 35 I have seen a wicked, ruthless man,     spreading himself like a green laurel tree. 36 But he passed away, and behold, he was no more;     though I sought him, he could not be found. 37 Mark the blameless and behold the upright,     for there is a future for the man of peace. 38 But transgressors shall be altogether destroyed;     the future of the wicked shall be cut off. 39 The salvation of the righteous is from the Lord;     he is their stronghold in the time of trouble. 40 The Lord helps them and delivers them;     he delivers them from the wicked and saves them,     because they take refuge in him. FROM THE LESSON Psalm 37 is an instructional psalm in the Wisdom Literature genre, concerning itself with passing on advice that will help someone live in a way that leads to wisdom, righteousness, and life, rather than foolishness, wickedness, and death. "Fret not" is a phrase that occurs several times in the psalm. It carries a strong meaning, literally translated as "do not let your anger burn". Verse 1 - the WHAT Do not be overwhelmed by your anger over the wicked and prosperous actions of others. Verse 2 - the WHY The prosperity of the wicked is fleeting, and evil brings its own terrible consequences.   Verse 3 - the HOW Trust God, do good, dwell in the land, and befriend faithfulness. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS ICE BREAKER: Jeremy shared some observations about "unfairness" that children make. What are some things you've observed that are "unfair" in a similar way? David composes this psalm to address the challenge that followers of God face when they watch people who seem to profit from wickedness. What does "profitable wickedness" look like today? David writes about how the tools of the wicked will be turned against them. How does evil bring its own terrible consequences? What might this look like? Instead of repaying evil with evil, David encourages us to trust God, do good, dwell in the land, and befriend faithfulness. What do you think is intended by the phrase "dwell in the land"? Do these seem like adequate responses to egregious injustice and wickedness? Jeremy contrasted two responses to perceived injustice - that of the United Healthcare shooter and that of MLK Jr. and the civil rights movement. Which sort of response do you see our culture moving more towards? Which response do you see Christians moving toward? How can we make sure we respond in the way David instructs in Psalm 37?

Nathan LeMaster • Selected Scriptures • Sunday Seminars

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Proverbs 22:17-24:22Proverbs 24:23-34Proverbs 25-26Proverbs 27-28Proverbs 29For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Episode 101 Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament and begin with some wisdom Psalms. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/113252338286468 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/Tkx4HrKFY6E Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠ License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8 Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

In this lecture, Don Carson discusses two depictions of God in the Bible: the God who inspires worship from his people and the God who is unfathomably wise, emphasizing the expression of these themes in the Psalms and Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament. Carson delves into key Psalms to highlight the contrasts between the righteous and the wicked, the importance of repentance, and the deep emotional and spiritual truths embedded in these texts. Carson also discusses the books of Job and Ecclesiastes, illustrating humanity's search for wisdom and ultimately pointing to Jesus as the fulfillment of wisdom and righteousness.He teaches the following:Two depictions of God in the Bible, and how these themes reflect literary genres in the Old TestamentThe linguistic meaning and historical significance of key phrases and metaphors in Psalm 1How Job's story reveals the limits of human understandingThe Book of Ecclesiastes teaches that true wisdom is attained by fearing GodThe Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament points to ultimate wisdom that is found in Jesus

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Proverbs 16-17Proverbs 18-19Proverbs 20Proverbs 21Proverbs 22:1-16Show Notes:Proverbs 22:1-9 BreakdownFor more information, please see the Reading Plan

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Proverbs 10-11Proverbs 12Proverbs 13Proverbs 14Proverbs 15Show Notes:Two Bouquets of ProverbsFor more information, please see the Reading Plan

Send us a textDr. Hernandez addresses some common questions about the wisdom literature of the Old Testament like the book of Proverbs. It's been four years since this conference, so we hope you'll enjoy these sessions for the first time or be reminded of how you were blessed by them back in 2020!

This is our Sunday morning Bible study based on the book "Biblical Critical Theory" by Christopher Watkin and taught by Pastor Taylor Ince.

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentReadings this week:Proverbs 1Proverbs 2Proverbs 3Proverbs 4Proverbs 5For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Wisdom Literature of the Old TestamentLady WisdomReadings this week:Proverbs 6Proverbs 7Proverbs 8John 1:1-5Proverbs 9Show Notes:Proverbs 9:10 on blueletterbible.orgStrongs Entry "Chokhmah"For more information, please see the Reading Plan

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the story of scripture by looking at the wisdom literature and the prophets. Questions Covered in This Episode:What happens from the time Israel departs Sinai until the end of the Old Testament?What is wisdom literature? Why does it matter?Which book has been the most formative for you?How is wisdom situational?What is exile?What role do the prophets play in the story of the Bible?What confuses people when they read the prophets?How do we read in the prophets?Helpful Definitions:Wisdom Literature: Jobs, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon. These books help us to live well in the face of God in all life's circumstances.Exile: Being sent out of the presence of God. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:1 Kings 8, Genesis 3“Three Philosophies of Life” by Peter Kreeft Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch Interested in pursuing residential seminary education? Midwestern Seminary now offers 100% scholarships to 100 students! Learn more and apply today.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

The Book of Proverbs falls under the designation of Wisdom Literature (the biblical books of Job and Ecclesiastes are other examples), as does philosophy. Given that this book is authored by Solomon, who reigned in Israel from 971 to 931 BC, we would be hard pressed to make the case that it was the Greeks who invented philosophy, as I was always told. There are, in fact, many similarities between the two that suggest that the Hebrew language and culture might have been instrumental in much of what we think of as uniquely Greek. In any case, we give our listeners the famous Book of Proverbs. We have divided it into three sections, with an introduction. The first section (Chapters 1-9) contains two different types of poetry - 1) speeches from a father to his son(s), and 2) the words of Lady Wisdom. It begins with an introduction (1:1-9). The second section consists of a collection of proverbs. It is easy to get lost here if you try to rush through. These proverbs are not meant to be read in large groups, but rather pondered in relative isolation from one another. In philosophy, we call these "aphorisms," short sayings meant to provoke thought. It is a style of philosophy that has many examples in both Eastern and Western literature. In the modern era Friedrich Nietzsche was its most famous practitioner. Try choosing one or two of these sayings and pondering them throughout a full day. It would be better to study Proverbs over the course of a year than a couple days, weeks, or even months. The video introduction contains a great deal of helpful information. The third section (chapters 30 and 31) present a sort of precis of wisdom at the level of the individual life. Chapter 30 gives us the words of Agur, a man who suggests to me the wisdom of Socrates, who claimed that the one certainty of knowledge in his life was his own ignorance and limitation, suggesting that above all we must avoid the sin/blindness of intellectual arrogance.   Surely I am too stupid to be a man. I have not the understanding of a man. I have not learned wisdom, nor have I knowledge of the Holy One. (30:2–3 (ESV))   As Socrates tells us, it is only by acknowledging our ignorance that we can BEGIN to know. In that sense, Agur is the ideal example of the phrase with which Proverbs begins: "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction." Chapter 31 makes the case that another fundamental source of wisdom for living in God's world is the advice of those who know better - in this case, King Lemuel's mother, who gives him advice on how to be a good King and on marrying a good woman. The prophet Jeremiah, likewise, points to the wisdom of tradition:   Thus says the LORD: “Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls." (ESV)   We strongly suggest that you watch, listen, and understand the following video introduction to the Book of Proverbs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzmYV8GNAIM Refer back to it often as you listen to our reading. Remember that we are reading from the American Standard Translation, which has its limitations. So ... study what is said for yourself. Read the same text in other translations. Consult Hebrew language lexicons and investigate the meaning of words and phrases. Study cultural contexts. Much of what is difficult will come clear, as you allow God's word to expand your thinking and understanding. Indeed ... for the listeners to The Christian Atheist podcast, the words of Solomon should ring out with a familiar and welcome message: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge," and "fools despise wisdom and instruction."

Our passage today introduces another unique feature which will resurface later in the book of Proverbs. The ascending numerical device of verse 16 is a feature of Wisdom Literature & Hebrew poetry. The 6 followed by 7 reference is designed to emphasize that the author's point Is strengthened by the frequency of examples, the number of which exceeds his present accounting. One commentary explains the implicit message of this proverb structure is: • ... to invite further appropriate answers. Wisdom literature often lists things together that are perceived to have something in common. Relationships are established in surprising ways, and the process of discerning orderly relationships in the universe increases wisdom: -Other examples of numerical Proverbs include Prov 30:18-31, Amos 1 :3-13, 2:4-5, & Job 5:19. --Proverbs of this type have been called: numerical ladders or instances of numerical heightening.

The Book of Proverbs falls under the designation of Wisdom Literature (the biblical books of Job and Ecclesiastes are other examples), as does philosophy. Given that this book is authored by Solomon, who reigned in Israel from 971 to 931 BC, we would be hard pressed to make the case that it was the Greeks who invented philosophy, as I was always told. There are, in fact, many similarities between the two that suggest that the Hebrew language and culture might have been instrumental in much of what we think of as uniquely Greek. In any case, we give our listeners the famous Book of Proverbs. We have divided it into three sections, with an introduction. The first section (Chapters 1-9) contains two different types of poetry - 1) speeches from a father to his son(s), and 2) the words of Lady Wisdom. It begins with an introduction (1:1-9). The second section consists of a collection of proverbs. It is easy to get lost here if you try to rush through. These proverbs are not meant to be read in large groups, but rather pondered in relative isolation from one another. In philosophy, we call these "aphorisms," short sayings meant to provoke thought. It is a style of philosophy that has many examples in both Eastern and Western literature. In the modern era Friedrich Nietzsche was its most famous practitioner. Try choosing one or two of these sayings and pondering them throughout a full day. It would be better to study Proverbs over the course of a year than a couple days, weeks, or even months. The video introduction contains a great deal of helpful information. The third section (chapters 30 and 31) present a sort of precis of wisdom at the level of the individual life. Chapter 30 gives us the words of Agur, a man who suggests to me the wisdom of Socrates, who claimed that the one certainty of knowledge in his life was his own ignorance and limitation, suggesting that above all we must avoid the sin/blindness of intellectual arrogance.   Surely I am too stupid to be a man. I have not the understanding of a man. I have not learned wisdom, nor have I knowledge of the Holy One. (30:2–3 (ESV))   As Socrates tells us, it is only by acknowledging our ignorance that we can BEGIN to know. In that sense, Agur is the ideal example of the phrase with which Proverbs begins: "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction." Chapter 31 makes the case that another fundamental source of wisdom for living in God's world is the advice of those who know better - in this case, King Lemuel's mother, who gives him advice on how to be a good King and on marrying a good woman. The prophet Jeremiah, likewise, points to the wisdom of tradition:   Thus says the LORD: “Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls." (ESV)   We strongly suggest that you watch, listen, and understand the following video introduction to the Book of Proverbs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzmYV8GNAIM Refer back to it often as you listen to our reading. Remember that we are reading from the American Standard Translation, which has its limitations. So ... study what is said for yourself. Read the same text in other translations. Consult Hebrew language lexicons and investigate the meaning of words and phrases. Study cultural contexts. Much of what is difficult will come clear, as you allow God's word to expand your thinking and understanding. Indeed ... for the listeners to The Christian Atheist podcast, the words of Solomon should ring out with a familiar and welcome message: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge," and "fools despise wisdom and instruction."

After an exhausting year of politics and the re-election of Donald Trump, what is a faithful way for Christians to navigate the next four years? Should we continue to immerse ourselves in political news, or is it better to disconnect from the media? And should Christians join the political fights online, or unplug to better serve our local communities? The Holy Post crew responds to articles by a number of Christians leaders addressing these questions. Then, New Testament scholar, N.T. Wright, is back to discuss the book of Acts. Wright says an understanding of ancient temples is the key to the message of Acts. Also this week—the origin of F-words.   Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview with N. T. Wright: https://www.patreon.com/posts/116319034/   0:00 - Intro   0:38 - Show Starts   1:30 - Theme Song   1:51 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.   2:55 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST   6:15 - Trump Cabinet Picks and Praying for Leaders   15:33 - Russell Moore on Getting Through the Trump Years   27:20 - Is the Church a Turtle?   33:39 - The Wisdom Literature    41:20 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off   42:25 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get the special Christmas deal of up to 30% off your first order by going to https://www.Blueland.com/HOLYPOST   43:30 - Interview    47:18 - The Holy Spirit Before Pentecost?   52:09 - Ananias and Sapphira   56:17 - Why Did Early Christians Still Go to the Temple?   1:04:55 - The Church, Division, and Revelation   1:16:55 - End Credits     Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Farming Gave Us “F” and “V” https://www.science.org/content/article/ancient-switch-soft-food-gave-us-overbite-and-ability-pronounce-f-s-and-v-s?utm_campaign=ScienceNow&utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Facebook   How to Get Through the Next Four Years: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/11/next-four-years-donald-trump-russell-moore-election-2024/?utm_medium=widgetsocial   Go Slow and Repair Things: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/11/go-slow-and-repair-things-evangelicals-diverse-democracy/   All Sides News Source https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news   Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell: A Heartwarming Compassionate Portrait of Injured Turtles, Perfect for Nature Lovers by Sy Montgomery and Matt Patterson: https://a.co/d/fTEnlVg   Other resources:   The Challenge of Acts: Rediscovering What the Church Was and Is by N. T. Wright: https://a.co/d/exFbNRH   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

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The Book of Proverbs falls under the designation of Wisdom Literature (the biblical books of Job and Ecclesiastes are other examples), as does philosophy. Given that this book is authored by Solomon, who reigned in Israel from 971 to 931 BC, we would be hard pressed to make the case that it was the Greeks who invented philosophy, as I was always told. There are, in fact, many similarities between the two that suggest that the Hebrew language and culture might have been instrumental in much of what we think of as uniquely Greek. In any case, we give our listeners the famous Book of Proverbs. We have divided it into three sections, with an introduction. The first section (Chapters 1-9) contains two different types of poetry - 1) speeches from a father to his son(s), and 2) the words of Lady Wisdom. It begins with an introduction (1:1-9). The second section consists of a collection of proverbs. It is easy to get lost here if you try to rush through. These proverbs are not meant to be read in large groups, but rather pondered in relative isolation from one another. In philosophy, we call these "aphorisms," short sayings meant to provoke thought. It is a style of philosophy that has many examples in both Eastern and Western literature. In the modern era Friedrich Nietzsche was its most famous practitioner. Try choosing one or two of these sayings and pondering them throughout a full day. It would be better to study Proverbs over the course of a year than a couple days, weeks, or even months. The video introduction contains a great deal of helpful information. The third section (chapters 30 and 31) present a sort of precis of wisdom at the level of the individual life. Chapter 30 gives us the words of Agur, a man who suggests to me the wisdom of Socrates, who claimed that the one certainty of knowledge in his life was his own ignorance and limitation, suggesting that above all we must avoid the sin/blindness of intellectual arrogance.   Surely I am too stupid to be a man. I have not the understanding of a man. I have not learned wisdom, nor have I knowledge of the Holy One. (30:2–3 (ESV))   As Socrates tells us, it is only by acknowledging our ignorance that we can BEGIN to know. In that sense, Agur is the ideal example of the phrase with which Proverbs begins: "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction." Chapter 31 makes the case that another fundamental source of wisdom for living in God's world is the advice of those who know better - in this case, King Lemuel's mother, who gives him advice on how to be a good King and on marrying a good woman. The prophet Jeremiah, likewise, points to the wisdom of tradition:   Thus says the LORD: “Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls." (ESV)   We strongly suggest that you watch, listen, and understand the following video introduction to the Book of Proverbs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzmYV8GNAIM Refer back to it often as you listen to our reading. Remember that we are reading from the American Standard Translation, which has its limitations. So ... study what is said for yourself. Read the same text in other translations. Consult Hebrew language lexicons and investigate the meaning of words and phrases. Study cultural contexts. Much of what is difficult will come clear, as you allow God's word to expand your thinking and understanding. Indeed ... for the listeners to The Christian Atheist podcast, the words of Solomon should ring out with a familiar and welcome message: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge," and "fools despise wisdom and instruction."

Adrianna Anderson is back once again as we wrap up our study through the Old Testament. Today we're looking at the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament. There is so much in here about how to live a righteous life, how to seek and acquire wisdom, and how to live at peace with our fellow believers. If we would pay more attention to this portion of Scripture, there is much for us to learn on how to disagree well. We hope you've enjoyed this series, but more than that, we hope you are spending time in God's word!LINKS & SHOW NOTES:This UWP Podcast Episode was produced by Josh Deng with editing by Roshane Ricketts.Support the showTo learn more about United? We Pray, follow us on Instagram and keep exploring our website. Please consider rating the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe using your favorite podcast client to hear more!

All things ever seem to do is change. And just as soon as you get your footing, the ground shifts under you again. So, how can you keep your balance in such a disorienting world? Well, you can start by going to the book of Ecclesiastes! That's right! Today's guest, Hannah Anderson, is going to take us on a tour of the ancient book of Ecclesiastes to help us find a solid foundation for when the seasons change. You'll discover how Ecclesiastes is far more than self-help or good advice. But, rather, through the goodness and grace in its pages, you'll find hope in the One who guides us through every season. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/314 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.