Judith 16 – Judith’s Song of Praise
Judith’s Song of Praise: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Judith 16 Executive Summary ✨ Judith 16, often referred to as Judith’s Song of Praise, is a powerful hymn of thanksgiving…
Scripture
Tobit 12 – Raphael Reveals His Identity
Tobit 12: Understanding Divine Revelation Through Raphael’s Disclosure Executive Summary Tobit 12, a pivotal chapter in the Book of Tobit, culminates in the revelation of Raphael’s true identity as an…
Tobit 6 – Tobias’s Journey and the Fish’s Heart, Liver, and Gall
Healing and Hope on the Road: Understanding Tobit 6 Executive Summary ✨ Tobit 6 recounts a pivotal moment in Tobias’ journey to Rages, commissioned by his father to retrieve a…
Nehemiah 9 – The People Confess Their Sins
Confessing Our Sins: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Nehemiah 9 Executive Summary ✨ Nehemiah 9 recounts a profound moment of national repentance for the Israelites, after years of rebuilding and…
Nehemiah 8 – Ezra Reads the Law to the People
Rediscovering God’s Word: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Nehemiah 8 Executive Summary Nehemiah 8, “Ezra Reads the Law to the People,” is a pivotal chapter in the restoration of Jerusalem…
Ezra 2 – The List of Returning Exiles
Returning from Exile: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Ezra 2 Executive Summary ✨ Ezra 2, a seemingly simple list of returning exiles, unveils a profoundly symbolic narrative about restoration, remembrance,…
2 Kings 23 – Josiah’s Reforms and His Death
Josiah’s Reformation: A Journey Back to God and the Shadow of Sorrow Executive Summary 2 Kings 23 recounts the sweeping religious reforms enacted by King Josiah, driven by the rediscovery…
1 Samuel 12 – Samuel’s Farewell Speech
Samuel’s Farewell: A Call to Faithfulness in 1 Samuel 12 Executive Summary 1 Samuel 12 marks a pivotal moment in Israel’s history – Samuel’s farewell address. As he relinquishes his…
Judges 11 – Jephthah and His Tragic Vow
Jephthah’s Tragic Vow: A Coptic Orthodox Reflection on Judges 11 Executive Summary Judges 11, focusing on Jephthah’s leadership and devastating vow, presents a profound exploration of faith, sacrifice, and the…
1 Maccabees 7 – Alcimus Becomes High Priest; Nicanor Opposes Judas
Navigating Treachery and Divine Providence: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 7 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 7 delves into a tumultuous period in Jewish history, marked by political maneuvering,…