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The Book of Ben Sira, a treasure trove of wisdom literature, gives us a glimpse into this very idea, specifically through the lens of the priesthood. It speaks of one called to "mi...
That’s kind of what happened after Joseph's incredible rise to power in Egypt. Remember Joseph? Sold into slavery by his brothers, then, through a series of unbelievable events, ri...
It's more than just packing a lunch! The Book of Judith, a captivating story of courage and faith, gives us a glimpse into the logistics of ancient warfare. : it wasn't just swords...
Sometimes, it's quiet strength, unwavering faith, and a profound understanding of her people. Today, we turn to the story of Judith. The Book of Judith introduces her with simple, ...
The Book of Tobit, a beautiful story nestled in the Apocrypha, knows all about that feeling. We find ourselves with Tobiyyah, son of Tobit, who's just married Sarah, daughter of Re...
We catch a glimpse of it, not from the Bible itself in this case, but from an ancient letter – The Letter of Aristeas. This fascinating text, though not part of the core biblical c...
But there’s also another set of treasures that had a similar effect: the vessels created for the Temple in Jerusalem during the time of the Second Temple. And the Letter of Aristea...
We find them, in the Book of Maccabees I, facing down an army camped at Emmaus, in the plain country. A formidable force, poised to crush the rebellion. Remember, this is all happe...
That’s the feeling that practically leaps off the page as we look at this short passage from the First Book of Maccabees. The scene: The Maccabees, led by the indomitable Judas Mac...
