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Money and the Way of Wisdom: Insights from the Book of Proverbs
 
 
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Timothy J. Sandoval (Author)

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September 15, 2008
Powerful observations from the Book of Proverbs about life and money can inform your financial choices even today.

These wise words are far more than one-dimensional pieces of folksy advice. Taken together, they form a coherent way of thinking about the world and the importance of committing to a life of wisdom. Directly encounter the key texts from Proverbs, their historical setting, their structure and purpose. See the impact their profound teachings can have on your financial life today as an individual, as a member of a community, and as a global citizen. Topics include:

Kindness to the Poor and Vulnerable
The Rights of the Poor and Other Socially Vulnerable Groups
Justice in the Marketplace
Borrowing, Lending and Surety
Bribes and Gifts
Wealth's Advantages
Wealth and Fundamental Equality

"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 and Praying the Psalms: Engaging Scripture and the Life of the Spirit

"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


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"Sages across the centuries have long recognized that material prosperity does not inevitably result in spiritual fulfillment, and that continued, anxious attempts to buy `salvation' actually diminish human well-being. Our pursuit of the `good life' through the frenzied pursuit of wealth not only may not pay off, it actually carries its own costs ... such as anxiety and diminished quality of relations with family and friends."
--from the Introduction

The authors of Proverbs knew that money's seductive call did not lead to the joyful life it promised. They knew, also, how to find that joyful life, and offered instruction for attaining it in the Book of Proverbs.

With a careful hand, Sandoval digs beneath the surface of these carefully crafted verses and releases their wisdom for you to use in your life. He examines the ancient sayings to illustrate their modern applications and challenge you to breathe your own life into them by using them every day.

With careful scholarship and probing discussion questions, Sandoval encourages you to rethink your own financial interactions as you explore your beliefs about the poor and other socially vulnerable groups, bribes and gifts, the advantages and disadvantages of wealth, and more.

About the Author

Timothy J. Sandoval, PhD, is associate professor of Hebrew Bible at Chicago Theological Seminary, where he teaches courses on the Bible and economic ethics. He is a published authority on the Book of Proverbs and other Hebrew Bible-related topics for both scholarly and general audiences.

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Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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