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Book SynopsisAlthough they were written some 2,300 years ago, the pithy observations from the book of Proverbs about life and money - in all toil there is profit, but mere talk only leads to poverty - still ring true today. But these pearls of wisdom are far more than one-dimensional pieces of folksy advice. Taken together, they form a coherent system of language and metaphor that point to a much more profound understanding of the nature of wealth in our lives, and its connection to committing first to a life of wisdom. Join Timothy Sandoval as he guides you through key texts from proverbs, explaining their historical setting, their meaning and the impact their profound teachings can have on our financial lives today as individuals, as communities and as a nation. Topics include: · Finding and following the Way of Wisdom · Understanding the pitfalls of simplistic or moralistic views of wealth and poverty · Understanding the advantages and obligations wealth brings · Fresh perspectives on borrowing and lending · Ethical solutions to pressing economic problems, including social justice and treatment of the poor
Trade Review"Thoughtful [and] timely…. Sandoval's presentation is practical, his style is accessible and the substance of his argument is cogent and compelling. An important reference point in our continuing work on faith and money." —Walter Brueggemann, professor emeritus, Columbia Theological Seminary; author, Prayers for a Privileged People andPraying the Psalms: Engaging Scripture and the Life of the Spirit “A well-grounded, insightful study.... Applies biblical scholarship to our modern situation with insight.... Expresses the full wisdom of this biblical teaching.” —Congregational Libraries Today “Guidance on how to spend [your] money in ethical ways ... beneficial.” —Insights “Shows you how to navigate the world of money while honoring the deep wisdom found in the Bible’s divinely inspired self-help book, the Book of Proverbs. Enlightening and helpful, this is not just a book to read; it is a map to follow.” —Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author, Ethics of the Sages: Pirke Avot—Annotated & Explained “Gives insight to the text and creates dialogue about the economic needs of today…. A prophetic voice for our country and a refreshing approach to the issues of social justice.” —Lauren Tyler Wright, author, Giving—The Sacred Art: Creating a Lifestyle of Generosity
Table of ContentsIntroduction CHAPTER 1: "Proverbs" and the “Book” of Proverbs CHAPTER 2: Understanding the Book of Proverbs CHAPTER 3: Wisdom's Virtues in the Book of Proverbs CHAPTER 4: Social Justice in the Book of Proverbs CHAPTER 5: Discerning Wisdom and the Woman of Worth My Path to Money and the Way of Wisdom Notes Discussion Guide Suggestions for Further Reading Acknowledgments Index of Verses
