Wisdom & A Study in Discipline and Responsibility

by The Revd. Eric Little

Contents

Wisdom

Introduction
What is Wisdom?
The Nature of Wisdom
Where does Wisdom come from?
"The Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom"
Freedom to choose
The Wisdom Literature in Holy Scripture
The Halakha
The Ten Commandments of Judaism and Christianity
Ecclesiasticus by Jesus ben Sirach
Teaching from Ecclesiasticus



The Law & The Prophets

Prophet or Seer



A Study in Discipline & Responsibility

Prophecy
Prophetic Teaching
Moses described as a Prophet



A Disciplined Life

Discipline
Growth and Nurture in Early years of Human Life
Marriage and the Prophets
Broken Marriages
How do we respond to the gift of Wisdom?



Some Issues Requiring Wisdom

1. Advertisements
2. AIDS
3. Alcoholism
4. Animals
5. Speed Cameras
6. Environment
7. Personal Relations
8. Sport
9. Idolatry



CONCLUSION

Optimism
Christ: "The Bright Morning Star"
Summary of The Law

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