wisdomliterature

Explore "wisdomliterature" with insightful episodes like "Interpreting the Books of Wisdom (Pt. 2) - Paul M Williams", "Interpreting the Books of Wisdom (Pt. 1) - Paul M Williams", "Proverbs 31: A Virtuous Woman", "Episode 95: Fr. Peter Samuel Kucer, MSA, on Wisdom Literature (January 7, 2021)" and "Episode 23: Wisdom Literature a Different Look at the World (October 26, 2020)" from podcasts like ""Bethesda Shalom", "Bethesda Shalom", "REFLECTING LIGHT", "Author-to-Author" and "Catholic Seasons"" and more!

Episodes (7)

Interpreting the Books of Wisdom (Pt. 2) - Paul M Williams

Knowing the Bible for Yourself (Pt. 12)

It has often been said; “If it’s in the Bible, then I believe it!!” Whilst I understand the sentiments of what is seeking to expressed by such a statement, the statement is only as good as one’s interpretation of the text. If one misinterprets a portion of Scripture due to poor exegesis, then what one thinks they understand God to be saying, is not actually what He has said. To then apply this to one’s life to miss the mark and to end in error.

In this second part of a two-part teaching, we look at three unique books that have caused problems for some in their interpretation due to the difficult nature of their composition and structure. We endeavour by the grace of God to shed some light in these Books, namely Ecclesiastes, Job, and Song of Solomon.

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enMay 08, 2021

Interpreting the Books of Wisdom (Pt. 1) - Paul M Williams

Knowing the Bible for Yourself (Pt. 11)

When one thinks of wisdom, what thoughts come to mind? What images fill the head? The response of the Christian to such questions will inevitably differ from those outside the faith. The most up-to-date entry in the Cambridge online dictionary defines wisdom as: “The ability to use your knowledge and experience to make good decisions and judgments”. The Biblical definition of wisdom whilst not contradicting this, begins from an entirely different premise from where the world begins. The world begins from a worldview that excludes the God of Holy Scripture; whereas the Biblical definition of wisdom begins and ends with God (Prov. 9:10).

There are five books in the Bible that have been rightly identified as belonging to the Wisdom Literature. These include Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. In this first teaching part of two, we begin exploring this wisdom and endeavour to offer practical helps to enable one to better interpret the Book of Proverbs in order to understand the great wealth of wisdom that is contained in this precious book.

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enApril 10, 2021

Proverbs 31: A Virtuous Woman

Join Mandy and special guest, Tammy Uzelac Hall for a lively discussion about the Proverb of a Virtuous Woman. Spoiler alert: IT ISN'T WHAT YOU THINK IT IS! However, it will change your life and your perception of how righteous, powerful, womanhood behaves. We welcome all to come and learn with us as we explore the Wisdom of Solomon.

enApril 10, 2021

Episode 95: Fr. Peter Samuel Kucer, MSA, on Wisdom Literature (January 7, 2021)

In this episode of Author to Author, Dr. Cynthia Toolin-Wilson interviews Fr. Peter Samuel Kucer, MSA, on his book Wisdom Literature (January 7, 2021)

The seven books of wisdom include Job, the Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Wisdom, and Sirach, all of which teach one thing in a universal and essentially poetic manner: wisdom. Wisdom is a practical type of knowledge that is to be reflected in right living. This book offers a spiritual engagement of the Old Testament genre that will enable the reader to apply the teaching in everyday life.

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Episode 23: Wisdom Literature a Different Look at the World (October 26, 2020)

In this episode, Fr. Leonard Obloy talks about Wisdom Literature. (October 26, 2020)

enOctober 27, 2020

Teaching Thursdays- James, the New Testament book of Proverbs

The book of James say a lot about wisdom. As we survey the book, we quickly notice that James is certainly written as the New Testament book of Proverbs. This is the Better Bible Reading Podcast, episode 59!

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248: Approaching Scriptural Texts with Fresh Eyes

Scripture is not its own genre. Some scriptural texts are letters, some are songs or descriptions of rituals and liturgies, some poetry. Many sections are historical narratives, but others fall into the classification of "wisdom literature," a genre that has completely different goals from historical accounts and a radically different view of what is or is not "true." For ancient readers, these different genres of texts all within the Bible itself or as sections within particular books/chapters, were quite recognizable. They understood textual clues, such as phrases equivalent to today’s "Once upon a time," or would notice noun or verb forms that are highly stylized and primarily employed in mythic stories. Hence they encountered many signals that we miss because of our lack of familiarity with the original languages, the vast cultural differences between then and now, or because, as is the case with the King James Version of the Bible, the translators omitted textual forms that set off sections as the various genres change. Many of the observations outlined above come from a discipline of "literary criticism" or from those who look at scripture through literary lenses. Approaching scripture in this way, the attention falls upon the text itself. How did the author of each text shape his or her story? What did he/she leave out? How did the author intend this text to be read? We, as human beings, cannot help but bring our current eyes to each text and to fill in the gaps that are there, and to read with certain assumptions that may or may not be accurate or helpful. The best we can do is be aware that this is what we are doing, and in this awareness mitigate the distortions as much as possible. In this episode, Michael Austin and Boyd Jay Petersen join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a discussion of many wonderful things that literary lenses can reveal about scriptural texts. In what ways do certain aspects come alive for us, helping us see what we missed before? How does a reading more in line with its original context force us out of our comfort zones and into new questions and a frame of mind where we might gain new insights or have a fresh encounter with Spirit? As case studies, Michael helps us work through the Book of Job, and Boyd offers insights into the David and Bathsheba narrative.

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