CHAPTER 44 Praise of Israel's Great Ancestors 1 Now will I praise those godly men, our ancestors, each in his own time: 2 The abounding glory of the Most High's portion, his own part, since the days of old. Subduers of the land in kingly fashion, men of renown for their might, 3 Or counselors … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
Month: January 2019
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CHAPTER 42 Of Shame 1 But of these things do not be ashamed, lest you sin to save face: 2 Of the Law of the Most High and his precepts, or of justice that acquits the ungodly; 3 Of sharing the expenses of a business or a journey, of dividing an inheritance or property; 4 … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
WHERE THE WRATH OF GOD BEGINS
HH Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div Judgment Must Begin At The House Of God The Apostle Paul wrote to Timothy of the day in which we live: "But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived." II Timothy 3:13 We witness a man in all walks of life getting worse and … Continue reading WHERE THE WRATH OF GOD BEGINS
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CHAPTER 26 1 Happy the husband of a good wife, twice-lengthened are his days; 2 A worthy wife brings joy to her husband, peaceful and full is his life. 3 A good wife is a generous gift bestowed upon him who fears the LORD; 4 Be he rich or poor, his heart is content, and … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
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CHAPTER 25 Worthy of Praise 1 With three things I am delighted, for they are pleasing to the LORD and to men: Harmony among brethren, friendship among neighbors, and the mutual love of husband and wife. 2 Three kinds of men I hate; their manner of life I loathe indeed: A proud pauper, a rich … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
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CHAPTER 6 What to Avoid 1 Say nothing harmful, small or great; be not a foe instead of a friend; A bad name and disgrace will you acquire: "That for the evil man with double tongue!" 2 Fall not into the grip of desire, lest, like fire, it consume your strength; 3 Your leaves it … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
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CHAPTER 1 Praise of Wisdom 1 All wisdom comes from the LORD and with him it remains forever. 2 The sand of the seashore, the drops of rain, the days of eternity: who can number these? 3 Heaven's height, earth's breadth, the depths of the abyss: who can explore these? 4 Before all things else … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
1 BOOK OF ESDRAS
1 Esdras Chapter 2 Why is 1 Esdras shown with the King James Bible? 1 In the first year of Cyrus king of the Persians, that the word of the Lord might be accomplished, that he had promised by the mouth of Jeremy; 2 The Lord raised up the spirit of Cyrus the king … Continue reading 1 BOOK OF ESDRAS
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THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH The Book of Sirach, also known as Ecclesiasticus, is part of the Wisdom Literature of the Greek Septuagint and the Latin Vulgate Bible. While originally written in Hebrew, the Book was read only through its Greek translation, known as Σιράχ. The Book was not included in the Hebrew Masoretic Text … Continue reading THE BOOK OF BEN SIRA OR SIRACH
I HAD A DREAM
Between the last night of 2016 and the first night of 2017, I had a dream and wrote it down and emailed it to my daughter on January 2, 2017. We discussed it and she encouraged me to publish it, but I was reluctant. I feel this is the time to make it known. … Continue reading I HAD A DREAM
THE MYSTICAL COURT 