Proverbs 1 – The Beginning of Knowledge
The Wisdom of Solomon: Understanding Proverbs 1 – The Beginning of Knowledge Executive Summary ✨ Proverbs 1, The Beginning of Knowledge, serves as a foundational pillar for understanding wisdom literature…
Discernment
2 Maccabees 11 – Victory Over Lysias and Protection of the Temple
Victory and Deliverance: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 2 Maccabees 11 Executive Summary ✨ 2 Maccabees 11 recounts a pivotal moment in Jewish history: the unexpected peace negotiated by Lysias,…
1 Maccabees 12 – Alliances with Rome and Sparta
Navigating Alliances: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 12 Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 12 delves into the complex political landscape of Judea, showcasing the strategic alliances forged by…
1 Maccabees 8 – Alliance with the Romans
Alliance with the Romans: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 8 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 8 recounts the pivotal decision of Judas Maccabeus to seek an alliance with the…
Nehemiah 6 – Conspiracies Against Nehemiah
Nehemiah’s Steadfast Faith: Overcoming Conspiracy in Nehemiah 6 Executive Summary Nehemiah 6 recounts the persistent and deceitful attempts by Nehemiah’s enemies, Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem, and others, to thwart the rebuilding…
Ezra 4 – Opposition to Rebuilding the Temple
Opposition to Rebuilding the Temple: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Ezra 4 Executive Summary ✨ Ezra 4 chronicles the disheartening opposition faced by the returning Jewish exiles as they sought…
2 Chronicles 18 – Jehoshaphat Allies with Ahab
Compromising Faith: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Jehoshaphat’s Alliance with Ahab (2 Chronicles 18) Executive Summary ✨ 2 Chronicles 18 recounts the ill-fated alliance between Jehoshaphat, the righteous king of…
1 Kings 3 – Solomon Asks for Wisdom
Seeking Divine Wisdom: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Kings 3 Executive Summary 1 Kings 3 vividly portrays Solomon’s early reign, emphasizing his devotion to God and, most importantly, his…
2 Samuel 10 – David Defeats the Ammonites and Syrians
David’s Kindness Tested: Understanding 2 Samuel 10 and God’s Sovereignty Executive Summary ✨ 2 Samuel 10 recounts David’s attempt to show kindness to Hanun, the new king of Ammon, in…
Proverbs 2 – The Value of Wisdom
Unlocking Divine Wisdom: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Proverbs 2 Executive Summary ✨ Proverbs 2, a profound exploration of the value of seeking divine wisdom, offers a roadmap for spiritual…